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We all know the saying that two heads are better than one, but the ironic thing is that the saying implies that the two heads are actually one. That is, when two people are working together toward a common goal and challenging and encouraging and loving each other through the process then two heads are better than one. But, when two heads are consumed with their own desires, speak negatively of each other and generally just tear one another apart, well, then two heads aren’t better. There is nothing quite like a unified team where each has the other’s back and each is giving everything toward a common goal. Whether in sports, business, politics, the church or family, unity on a team wins. That is why I’m so excited about this current series, One Prayer (www.oneprayer.com). The vision is so simple and so pure. One Lord, One Faith, One Baptism, One God. (Eph. 4:5) The church coming together as one has powerful implications. Even on an individual our lives either bring unity or our lives divide. I pray that our motives, words and actions unify.
I love the focus of one prayer, being that “what else really….reeeally matter?” I find that even the discussion of winning people revolves so much around approach and argument. (At least I always felt that way) Now, I’m really noticing this last 2 or 3 years what a difference plain old LOVE makes…duh? Who cares if my co-worker is gay…the first step is love, not forcing change. WORD UP ONE PRAYER!
Good things last night just wanted to let you know. Good job keep it up.
Claire – You are right…we start with love. When Jesus met those in need, He always led them to God with love. He showed them a better way…not by beating them up but through love.
Dave/Steph – glad you were there last night at the worship gathering….it was awesome.