“That there should be no schism in the body; but that the members should have the same care one for another” (1 Corinthians 12:25).
TEXT — 1 Corinthians 12:12-25
Message
The powerful nations of the world are feared not only for their military might, but also for the unity among them. A united country or an alliance of nations, cannot be easily defeated. This is why many nations initiate legislation and policies that can bring about unity and peace in their countries. Jesus captures this more accurately when He declared, “Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and… shall not stand” (Matthew 12:25).
Apostle Paul likened the Church to a human body with many members, but organically united into one body to function effectively and efficiently. In the genetic fusion of organs, God joined the body together, giving unique dignity to the lower parts so that the body had no independent and unnecessary part. Every part of the body should function perfectly and without schism for the good of the whole body system.
The word schism means division. As used by Paul, it is a division within the Christian circle by contentious and estranged affections, without outward separation into distinct bodies. According to the American College Society dictionary, “A schism is a sin which may lie on the side of the majority, the minority, or both. It is a sin against Christian love and strikes at the heart of Christianity”. It has a capacity to limit the influence of the Church on the world.
The Church needs unity today more than ever, as we await the imminent rapture of the saints. We should take steps to bring positive influence on other members of the body of Christ. Whatever will bring division and disunity among brethren should be resolved quickly. We cannot afford to enter the new month with any form of animosity against anyone.
Listed among “500 most powerful people on the planet” by the Foreign Policy magazine in 2013, Pastor (Dr.) William F. Kumuyi is the founder and General Superintendent of the Deeper Christian Life Ministry (DCLM) headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. DCLM started in 1973 as a 15-member Bible study group right in Kumuyi’s apartment at University of Lagos where he was a lecturer. His revolutionary Bible teaching on personal holiness and commitment to evangelism soon gained so much traction and resulted in a widespread revival.
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God bless Pastor Kumuyi and all who faithfully serve alongside him.