The Unity of Love

(20) “I am praying not only for these disciples but also for all who will ever believe in me through their message. (21) I pray that they will all be one, just as you and I are one—as you are in me, Father, and I am in you. And may they be in us so that the world will believe you sent me. (22) “I have given them the glory you gave me, so they may be one as we are one. (23) I am in them and you are in me. May they experience such perfect unity that the world will know that you sent me and that you love them as much as you love me.
John 17:20-23 – NLT(MULTILINE REVEAL SMALL)

1. Unity doesn’t necessarily mean uniformity– (MULTILINE REVEAL SMALL)

(1) Therefore I, a prisoner for serving the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of your calling, for you have been called by God. (2) Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other’s faults because of your love. (3) Make every effort to keep yourselves united in the Spirit, binding yourselves together with peace.
Ephesians 4:1-3 – NLT

1. Humility-is admitting that you need Jesus not only to save you but to help you act like your saved.(MULTILINE REVEAL SMALL)
2. Gentleness-is considering how your behavior affects others(MULTILINE REVEAL SMALL)
3. Patience means not being easily offended or irritated with others (MULTILINE REVEAL SMALL)
4. Being united in spirit in the bond of peace takes daily effort(MULTILINE REVEAL SMALL)