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They will see in our history the faithful love of the Lord Psalm 107 v 43 They will see in our history the faithful love of the Lord

Philippians 4 v 2 & 3 I plead with Euodia and I plead with Syntyche to be of the same mind in the Lord. Yes, and I ask you, my true companion, help these women since they have contended at my side in the cause of the gospel, along with Clement and the rest of my co-workers, whose names are in the Book of Life

Euodia and Syntyche names in the Book of Life contended in the cause of the gospel used to be “team players” fallen out badly

Holy Spirit – the giver of unity What is unity? Holy Spirit – the giver of unity Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace Ephesians 4 v 3 For we were all baptised by one Spirit, so as to form one body …. and we were all given the one Spirit to drink 1 Corin 12 v 13

What is unity? Not just superficial Holy Spirit - the giver of unity Not just superficial Be devoted to one another in love Romans 12 v 10 Have sincere love for one another, love one another deeply, from the heart. For you have been born again … through the living and enduring Word of God 1 Peter 1 v 22

“God is always saving people I don’t like, and saving them in a way I don’t wholly approve of!” C.S. Lewis

In the Lord (note Romans 14) What is unity? Holy Spirit - the giver of unity Not just superficial In the Lord (note Romans 14) Watch your life and doctrine closely. Persevere in them, because if you do, you will save both yourself and your hearers. 1 Timothy 4 v 16 No doubt there have to be differences among you to show which of you have God's approval 1 Corin 11 v 19

reflection of the Godhead Why is unity important? reflection of the Godhead I have given them the glory that you gave me that they may be one as we are one - I in them and you in me – so that they may be brought to complete unity John 17 v 22/23 (a)

reflection of the Godhead command of Christ Why is unity important? reflection of the Godhead command of Christ A new commandment I give you; love one another. As I have loved you so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples if you love one another John 13 v 34 Paul – I plead Philippians 4 v 2

reflection of the Godhead brings glory to God Why is unity important? reflection of the Godhead command of Christ brings glory to God May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Jesus Christ had, so that with one mind and one voice you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. Accept one another then just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God. Romans 15 v 5 -7

reflection of the Godhead Why is unity important? reflection of the Godhead command of Christ brings glory to God sign of Christian maturity See 1 John “Love one another”

reflection of the Godhead Why is unity important? reflection of the Godhead command of Christ brings glory to God sign of Christian maturity vital for effective outreach Jesus prays that “all of them may be one …. so that the world may believe that you have sent me” John 17 v 21 Note also Acts 2 v 42 - 47

personal responsibility - pleads with Euodia and Syntache How is unity achieved? personal responsibility - pleads with Euodia and Syntache through effective leadership - “Help these women” Equip the people .. to reach unity in the faith -Eph 4 v 11/13 for all believers - brothers and sisters stand firm v 1 through rejoicing and prayer - see v 4 - 9

Why is unity important? 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 for evermore. Psalm 133