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Why is the unity of believers important?

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The unity of believers reflects Christ’s prayer for His followers and is crucial for their witness in the world (John 17:21).

In John 17, Jesus prays fervently for the unity of His followers, indicating that unity among believers is essential for manifesting His glory to the world. He desires that His church be one, as He and the Father are one, showcasing the divine love inherent in the Godhead. This unity is not based on uniformity of thought but on a shared faith in Christ, rooted in the truth of the gospel. For the church, this relational harmony plays a critical role in its witness to a fractured world, demonstrating the reconciliatory power of the gospel that binds diverse individuals into a cohesive body. In sovereign grace theology, this unity reinforces the belief that believers are collectively sustained by God’s grace, affirming the doctrine of perseverance in faith and community.
Scripture References: John 17:21, Romans 15:5-6, Psalm 133, John 17:11

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Our Homecoming
Larry Criss · Dec 2, 2012
Joshua

Joshua

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