Unity In Christ
He came and preached peace to you who were afar off and to those who were near. Ephesians 2:17.
T here are many groups that espouse the brotherhood of man and make appeals on behalf of peace. In times past, mighty leaders such as the Caesars, Constantine, Charlemagne, Napoleon, the czars of the East and the kings of the West each in turn promised peace. But they all failed. Bold schemes for global unity and brotherhood are still proclaimed. It’s always good to work for peace, but true peace will come only when Christ returns to bring lasting peace. He alone transcends the political and social boundaries of the world. But can we know His peace in our own hearts today? Yes. When we are brought into the family of God through the Fatherhood of God, we enjoy the brotherhood of man. God is not our Father automatically when we are born; He must become our Father spiritually. The Bible teaches that we can experience unity through the cross of Jesus Christ because of His perfect obedience to His Father in Heaven. Apart from this, we see only a world filled with bitterness, intolerance, hatred, prejudice, lust, and greed. Within the powerful working of the cross grow love, new life, and true brotherhood. The only human hope for these lies at the cross of Jesus, where all people— no matter what their background of nationality or race— can become one in Christ.
Graham, Billy. Truth for Each Day : A 365-Day Devotional, Thomas Nelson Incorporated, 2023. ProQuest Ebook Central, http://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/liberty/detail.action?docID=30516542.
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