Scripture: Psalms 133: 1-3
How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity! It is like precious oil poured on the head, running down on the beard, running down on Aaron’s beard, down on the collar of his robe. It is as if the dew of Hermon were falling on Mount Zion. For there the Lord bestows his blessing, even life forevermore.
Scripture Commentary: Love binds us together in perfect unity*
David stated that unity is pleasant and precious. Unfortunately, unity does not abound in the church as it should.
Do you have the true love of Our Lord Jesus Christ in you and in your church?
Oftentimes we disagree and cause division over unimportant and ungodly issues. Some of us delight in causing tension by discrediting others.
Unity is important because it does 3 things:
- Makes the church a positive example to the world and helps draw others in
- Helps us cooperate as a body of believers as God meant us to be, giving us a foretaste of heaven
- Renews and revitalizes ministry because there is less tension to sap our energy
Living in unity doesn’t mean that we will agree on everything. There will be many opinions just as there are many notes in a musical chord.
We must agree on our common purpose in life, to work together as Our Lord Jesus Christ taught us. We must love one another as He loves us.
Read the Entire Chapter:
Psalms 133
*Additional Reading:
Colossians 3