Unity

 Samuel 19-20; Psalms. 55; Matthew 28 

“He won over the hearts of the men of Judah as though they were one man. They sent word to the king, ‘Return, you and all your men.’ Then the king returned and went as far as the Jordan.”

2 Samuel 19:14, 15

David understood the importance of unity, particularly after an attempted coup. He understood that unity could not be forced or commanded, but was the outcome of common thinking and spirit. David addressed the question of what would happen to some of the leading rebels if he extended mercy to them. He valued the spiritual health of Israel more than his own honor.

What would others say we value, based on our words and behavior?

In what ways are we contributing to the unity of the Church?

What actions are we prepared to take in order to win over the hearts of those whom God is calling us to influence?

“Lord Jesus, I pray your Church would be one, as you and the Father are one, for your glory.”