TODAY’S VERSE
I in them and you in me. May they be brought to complete unity to let the world know that you sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me.
John 17:23 (NIV)
TODAY’S THOUGHT
Unity is supposed to be the trademark of the Church. It is our community, love, and fellowship for all believers that should draw people to Christ. This was Jesus’ desire. He prayed that we would be one like He and His Father was one. He said, “May they (that’s the church) be brought to complete unity to let the world know that you sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me.” What changes could we make in our corner of the world if each Church would work together to meet the needs of those around them? We have so much in common. We have the Bible, God the Father, Jesus His Son, and the Holy Spirit. We also have similar thoughts, feelings, and objectives, but we are never intentional about reaching out. Instead, we create our “Country Clubs Churches,” where similarity, status, and exclusiveness are our trademarks. How many churches never wander beyond their denominational boundaries? We need to work with other Christians and make a more significant impact, sending a tremendous message to the world. The Church needs this kind of diverse yet unified message if we want to reach the world. Today, may Jesus’ prayer be ours. “May they be brought to complete unity to let the world know that you sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me.”
TODAY’S PRAYER
Father, I confess that I have not reached out to other churches in love. I have not fellowshipped with other believers. I have not been active in pursuing relationships with those from different backgrounds as mine. Forgive me for not seeking unity. Help me to strive to bring Your message of love to the world through a unified church.
AMEN
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