Psalm 133:1(KJV)
Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!
The importance of unity cannot be over-emphasized, as God works and moves mightily among His united children. Unity is divine and a powerful, unstoppable force. The children of God are to live in blameless unity. God bestows the gift of Christian unity upon us through Christ, who serves as the head of the body, and by the Holy Spirit dwelling within us as believers. Unity is a characteristic that distinguishes God’s people. We derived this characteristic from the nature of God in us; therefore, God expects us to manifest unity through a commitment to one another. God gives His blessing where believers live together in unity. When unity exists, tremendous power is available, and the impossible becomes possible. The Word of God says in Matthew 18:19, “Again I say unto you, That if two of you shall agree on earth as touching anything that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in heaven.” Nothing is impossible for us when we are united in spirit, soul, and body. In other words, unity can accomplish almost everything on the face of the earth. Genesis 11:6 says: “And the Lord said, Behold, the people is one, and they have all one language; and this they begin to do: and now nothing will be restrained from them, which they have imagined to do.”
We currently live in a world where unity is lacking. The wolf hunts the buffalo not because the wolf is strong but because it is not for lack of strength on the buffalo’s part. One-on-one, the buffalo is stronger than the wolf. However, because the buffalo will not unite to fight the wolves, they become weaker because the wolves do stand together. Christians and families are unwilling to stick together, which has made us timid. This lack of knowledge has destroyed many lives. John 8:32 says, “And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” Many Christian churches are known for their disputes and divisions rather than living in unity, harmony, and corporation. Even in the church pews, we find division and fractures. We have Christians fighting one another, telling lies against each other, and doing all manner of evil to get ahead. At workplaces, Christians who should be united are gossiping and backbiting against each other. Instead of being connected and helping one another, they always look for others’ mistakes to report to their superiors for termination. The most shameful is when Christians join forces with unbelievers to fight other Christians. Unity is a beautiful thing, and until we as Christians unite as one against the common enemy, the devil, we will always become the weaker ones. Ecclesiastes 4:12 says, “Where believers live in unity, God commands his blessing to be there. And you know whatever God commands is going to take place.” Whenever the devil discovers our broken chain, he exploits it. However, if Christians stay united, the devil and his agent can’t destroy us. Let’s not forget united we stand, and divided we fall.
Beloved, living together in unity is good, pleasant, and a gift from God. Life is more fun and exciting when you learn to work together, share things, and watch each other’s back. Unity will make the oil flow unhindered, so walk in oneness. Strive to maintain harmony among yourselves through the spirit and by embracing peace. Do everything you can to stay united, for the blessing rests in the place of unity. There is a bright future ahead of you. God has promised unlimited and mighty things, but they can only come when you work to stay united. Work together to overcome disagreements and always love each other as brothers and sisters in Christ. Where believers live in unity, God commands His blessing to be there, and you know whatever God commands shall take place. When you live in harmony, you will not do to anyone whatever you cannot do to yourself. Learn to forgive one another and seek reconciliation. Be each other’s keeper! Remember, in the days of Esther, the death sentence on the Jews changed by the power of unity.
O Lord, I humbly ask for the spirit of unity. Help me to enjoy dwelling in unity together in Jesus’ Name.