After attending the same church all of my life, I can say that I have experienced both unity and conflict in church. Unfortunately conflicts are inevitable. I mean is there a family who doesn’t experience conflict at some point? I think not. Conflicts are bound to happen, whether you do your best to avoid them

Why does the world call Christian's a bunch of hypocrits? There is no unity in the church. That unity will come when we begin seeing personal revival.

After attending the same church all of my life, I can say that I have experienced both unity and conflict in church. Unfortunately conflicts are inevitable. I mean is there a family who doesn’t experience conflict at some point? I think not. Conflicts are bound to happen, whether you do your best to avoid them

Jesus is building His church, but the devil comes with division to knock it down. A story of how I learned to not argue over methods in ministry.

What is the Unity Church / Unity School of Christianity? What are the beliefs of the Unity School of Christianity?

See the 31 verses to pray for unity in the church, plus a free printable to guide your prayer time to be more effective and powerful.

See the 31 verses to pray for unity in the church, plus a free printable to guide your prayer time to be more effective and powerful.

As a church, tips on how to disagree in a godly way. Biblical conflict resolution, so we can find unity in the church and represent God well here on earth.

7 Bible Verses about Honoring Leaders in the Church. People come to our church from all over town to watch the pastors preach about God's Word.

These nine verses on unity help us keep unity in essentials in the Church. Unity doesn’t mean perfection. Here’s how to give others space to grow.

One of the most remarkable eras in the history of the church occurred during the first century. Shortly after Christ had left the earth, His disciples (who became apostles) led congregations into new and exciting vistas of faith.

What do you want in a church? A strong youth program, a fantastic minister, visionary elders, lots for your kids to do? Would you trade all of that for community? You know a church where everyone knows you, not your mask but the real you, and loves you anyway? A place where you are integral, where you are missed, where you are needed? A place where you know everyone. Their hurts are yours, their joys are your, their children are like your own nieces, nephews, grandkids. No, if you had that, you'd be a part of that church for the rest of your life. If we are not careful, we become consumers of church instead of communers at church. We can see church in an individualistic way that evaluates the group on what it can give me. Or we can see our congregation in a communal way which asks: "What do I have to offer this group of people? How can I be a part, take part, become a part?" And if we are consumers, we will have missed out on God's plan to be a people called out from the larger neighborhood to be a family. My husband has been teaching through 1 Corinthians and we recently ran across 1 Corinthians 12:15-18. Now if the foot should say, “Because I am not a hand, I do not belong to the body,” it would not for that reason stop being part of the body. (1 Corinthians 12:15) But in fact God has placed the parts in the body, every one of them, just as he wanted them to be. (1 Corinthians 12:18) This concept that we are all one body, all placed in our church by God, all rejoicing together or all suffering together is something we long for without knowing how to achieve. But the solution, sisters, is not to go out and find that church. That is consumer thinking again. We need to BUILD those churches. That is the way communers think. But how? I'd like to offer you 6 suggestions today. 1. Texts of Encouragement-basically this strategy calls on us to take our bulletin home and not only pray for the people in our congregation who are having a hard time one by one but to connect with them through text. Click through to the original post for more details. This accomplishes two things. First it builds up our congregation in prayer. Second it connects the text-er to the needs and worries of the rest of the congregation. 2. Play together-It's a sunny spring day and you are headed to the park with your kids, what is stopping you from texting all the moms from your kids' Sunday School classes to see if any of them want to go too? You are going hiking, could you invite your small group? Our congregation enjoys picnic potlucks in the parks in the summer, and we've played kickball after Wednesday night church. It doesn't have to be a production, but if you are going to play why not play together? 3. Work together-If you long to be a part of warm, loving, connected congregation, there will be work to do. In the spring there are weeds to pull, flowers to plant, signs to paint. Cleaning, organizing and preparing materials for Sunday School are necessary evils. That's not to mention work outside the grounds like helping the widowed, visiting the shut-in, taking food to the bereaved, and child-care. Many of these tasks could be accomplished with another member of your congregation instead of alone! Shared work builds bridges between people! 4. Stop saying you're "fine." There is no building community with our brothers and sisters while we are still in hiding. No one is "fine" all the time. Let's be people who are painfully, confessionally honest. Telling others our troubles will let them be brave and tell us theirs. This works for our most ordinary troubles (pregnancy, potty training, pill boxes) and our most shameful sins (pornography). 5. Include everyone. Extroverts find community easier to build and easier to deal with than introverts but they need it no less badly. Be sure that you value the 50% of the population are going to prioritize the quiet and deep relationships that strengthen our church. 6. Stick your foot out. Do you remember in the upper room when Jesus wanted to wash Peter's feet? Peter was very hesitant. He served not got served-especially not by his teacher! Often the kind of people who are drawn to read an article like this are people who are longing to build bridges are leaders and servants. Like Peter they don't think of themselves as people who need served. But we don't have true community until we are interdependent. Don't be Peter! Be as willing to be served as to serve! If you want to be connected, loving and beloved, a real part of things, it's up to you to take the first steps. Become a communer instead of a consumer. And as you are linked to the people around you with chains of love and respect, your whole congregation will be morphed into just the thing you wanted anyway. Family. SaveSave

One word can change everything. Our interpretation can be altered with just a few letters and the way we string those letters together can make an undeniable difference in the impact they have. For years, I thought I knew a popular verse in scripture. When I came to it, I quickly skimmed over it

Scripture Reference: Acts 2:42-47 Suggested Emphasis: Emphasise the fact that the church today is not a physical building but is made up of Christians. Today, the church does the same things as the…

I came across some ideas for crayon melting on Pinterest recently and couldn't resist having a go! Click here for the original idea on The Kinder Kid. Here is my take on crayon melting with a message... I happened to have a silicone mould with people shapes that I'd picked up at the pound shop, though really any kind of mould would be fine. Silicone worked with no mess, but I'm probably not ever going to be using it for baking again! Break or cut crayons into small pieces and get children to arrange various colours in the moulds. Don't fill right to the top or you may have spillage!. Talk about the different colours representing different skills and gifts that different people within the church or within the group have. Children might choose specific colours to represent what they know of certain people. Now put the mould into a preheated oven at about 200 degrees (e.g.quite hot!) and bake for anything between 5 and 8 minutes. Keep an eye on the melting and when it looks as though everything has melted with no lumps, take out the mould and let it cool. When the mould has cooled down, pop the melts out! Each child can take their melt and see how the colours that were once individual have now formed into one unit and can not be separated without causing serious damage. Every colour can still be seen, but it is strongly linked to the other colours. Talk about the body of Christ (1 Corinthians 12: 12-31) and how we come with our different gifts to make up the whole body. The individual parts can all be seen, but each part is equally as important to making up the family of God.

These nine verses on unity help us keep unity in essentials in the Church. Unity doesn’t mean perfection. Here’s how to give others space to grow.

How is discipleship and church unity related?

“Dialogue of place and human” Topographically attractively situated at the Nagelfluhrücken, next to the Krumbacher moor, the existing Lourdes..

The “fall of the church” heresy is widely held among Protestants but not unique to Protestants. The “fall of the church” was something that early Christians had to contend with as well. Tertullian answered it in “The Prescription Against Heretics.” The “fall of the church” refers to the belief that after the Apostles died the early Christians strayed from the original Apostles’ teachings and practices. This has been known as the…

Blessed Maria Gabriella of Unity wanted to console the Sacred Heart, so saddened by division in His Church.

As a church, tips on how to disagree in a godly way. Biblical conflict resolution, so we can find unity in the church and represent God well here on earth.

Embrace the spirit of unity and connection with The Year of The Church, Nu-Way ICM 2024 Sweatshirt, a unisex heavy blend crewneck sweatshirt that serves as a timeless tribute to the spiritual journey ahead. Crafted with comfort in mind, this sweatshirt seamlessly blends style and warmth, making it the perfect companion for any occasion. The unique design encapsulates the essence of the Nu-Way International Christian Ministries' vision for the year 2024, fostering a sense of togetherness and community. Elevate your wardrobe with this symbolic piece, and let its cozy embrace remind you of the shared values and aspirations that define the Nu-Way ICM experience in this transformative year. Designed with a perfect blend of soft cotton and breathable polyester, this classic heavy-blend crewneck sweatshirt fits comfortably and is great for warm weather. The side seams are also stitched to prevent irritation. - Composed of a blend of 50% cotton and 50% polyester, creating a strong and smooth fabric ideal for printing - Medium-heavy fabric with a weight of 8.0 oz/yd² (271.25 g/m²), ensuring a durable and substantial feel - Loose fit design for a comfortable and relaxed wearing experience - Runs true to size, allowing for easy selection based on standard sizing - Sewn-in label for added convenience and comfort - Knit in one piece using tubular knit, eliminating side seams and reducing fabric waste, resulting in an aesthetically pleasing garment - Ribbed knit collar with seam, featuring a ribbed construction that enhances elasticity and helps maintain the collar's shape - Pre-shrunk fabric to minimize shrinkage after washing - 1x1 athletic rib-knit collar with spandex, offering a flexible and snug fit around the neckline - Air-jet spun yarn creating a soft texture and reduces pilling for long-lasting quality - Double-needle stitching on the collar, shoulders, armholes, cuffs, and hem, ensuring reinforced and durable seams - Quarter-turned to avoid a crease down the middle, enhancing the overall appearance and fit of the sweatshirt - Blank product sourced from different reliable locations, ensuring consistent quality and production standards

An affirmation of faith is a powerful tool for reaffirming our spiritual beliefs and strengthening our connection to the divine. It is a collective

Jesus and the Body of Christ, art by Sarah, Missionary from Tanzania Luke 12:22-31 22 And he said to his disciples, “Therefore I te...

Unity In Christ is UC Berkeley’s Christian inter-fellowship group. The purpose of UiC is to promote unity of Christians on campus, empower one another in prayer, service, and evangelism, and …

These nine verses on unity help us keep unity in essentials in the Church. Unity doesn’t mean perfection. Here’s how to give others space to grow.

What are some practical ways to cultivate unity within the universal church? Here are five practical lessons from the book of Acts.

You don’t see things like this very often, but apparently these sorts of drawings explaining the faith or the liturgy used to be common. You can click on any image to enlarge it. Enjoy! [See also: 32 Beautiful Holy Cards From Another Era of the Church] [See also: 10 Reasons Some Women Are Wearing Veils in Church Again] [See also: 27 Fascinating Photos of Pre-Vatican II Catholicism] [

Foster deeper connections and unity among local churches. Enhance your church's growth and impact. Learn more here.

The scriptural imagery of "hearts knit together" teaches us how to create unity in our homes, our congregations, and our communities.

Ephesians 4:1-3 contains seven ways for Christians to develop unity with one another. All are difficult, but God will help us as we follow Jesus.

Classical Architecture // Early Christian // Romanesque (Architecture Style) Region: Europe Period: Mid eleventh to mid twelfth century

Unity Church beliefs emphasize prayer, diversity, and positive affirmations. Learn how their doctrines depart from orthodox Christianity,