Sermons on Unity In His Body:

United To Build A Stronger Church For Christ

Contributed by Unknown Bennett T Cortez on May 4, 2013

Where there is lack of unity lays dysfunction

“Where there is lack of unity lays dysfunction”. The Greek translation for unity is (henotes) meaning to function as one, unanimity, agreement. The English translation parallels to the Greek interpretation to be in harmony, or union. What does unification look like? or what does it ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

Keep The Unity Of The Spirit

Contributed by Jonathan Semro on Aug 29, 2003

God has given us a wonderful gift. He has called us to be his own, and he has given us unity in the Spirit. This oneness, this unity, is a GIFT, something we have from Christ.

Ephesians 4:1-6 Grace, mercy and peace are yours from God our Father and our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen. (Eph 4:1-6 NIV) "As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. {2} Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6, Philippians 2:3

Denomination: Lutheran

Cord #1: A Common Community – “one Body” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jan 12, 2015

The fact that every believer is part of the body of Christ should serve to bring us together in unity.

In our main passage for this series, Ephesians 4:3-6, Paul speaks about seven “cords” that bind us together - we share a common community - “one body”; a common communion - “one Spirit”; a common confidence - “one hope”; a common commitment - ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:14-25

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Bond PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Understand and embrace the unity in diversity within the Church, as each member has a unique role to play in the Body of Christ, just like the different parts of a physical body.

Good morning, family. Today, we will explore the profound message in 1 Corinthians 12:12-31, which talks about the unity of Jesus' Body, the power of diversity, and the bond of deep friendship. But before we delve into the Word, let's begin with a quote from A.W Tozer, "Has it ever occurred to you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Topics: Unity, Friendship

A Love Affair Between Christ And His Church (Part 4) Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jul 28, 2002

Will we be the church as Jesus desires us to be? The husband and wife relationship pictures the mysterious relationship between Christ and His church. He will make us a NURTURING CHURCH as we are passionately in love with Him.

We are all saddened to learn this week of the death of one of our church’s most valuable members, Someone Else. Someone’s passing created a vacancy that will be difficult to fill. Else has been with us for many years, and for every one of those years, Someone did far more than a normal person’s ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-32, Revelation 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

That They May Be One Series

Contributed by R. Darrel Davis on Nov 6, 2013

Unity in the church is critical to the fulfilment of it's mission to reaching a lost world. Message based on the chapters of the book, "I Am A Church Member" by Tom Rainer

Introduction: Years ago, there was a Peanuts cartoon strip where Lucy demanded that Linus change TV channels, threatening him with her fist if he didn't. "What makes you think you can walk right in here and take over?" she asks Linus. "These five fingers," says Lucy. "Individually they're nothing ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

Unity In The Church

Contributed by Troy Borst on Aug 10, 2005

Selflessness creates unity

UNITY IN THE CHURCH PHILIPPIANS 2:1-4 Abraham was a man of wealth. Genesis 13 tells us that Abraham was wealthy with livestock and silver and gold. Abraham lived a nomadic life so that his flocks and herds always had fresh food. Abraham was not alone. He had ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christian Unity

Contributed by Hiram Withers on Jan 20, 2019

Unity in itself is neutral, it is what we are untied for that determines whether it is evil or good. So we need to answer the questions, what is Christian unity?

Every Christmas season my wife and I have the same conversation about gifts. She asks me what I want, and I tell here there is nothing that I want. I have reached that point in my life that if there is anything I want or need, and I have the funds I just go and get it. So, the idea of getting me ...read more

The Unity Of Hope

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 23, 2013

The Christ child as the hope of the nations.

THE UNITY OF HOPE. Romans 15:4-13. In many respects we might view Romans 14:1 to Romans15:13 as the practical outworking of the Jewish/Gentile debate of Romans 9 to 11. There was some dissension in Rome over matters of food and drink, and holy days. It is quite probable that it was a question of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:4-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Importance Of Unity

Contributed by C Jordan on Mar 7, 2010

Peace and unity are absolutely essential to a church that wants to see God’s salvation, blessing and life. Therefore, we must have zero tolerance for grumbling and complaining.

THE IMPORTANCE OF UNITY (March 2010 – Beausejour Church – Pastor Chris Jordan) INTRO TO TOPIC: What would you think if I told you that the whole world could be saved in a day? Would you believe me? And secondly, would you be willing to do whatever it took to make that become a reality? Jesus gave ...read more

Scripture: John 17:21-23

Denomination: *other

Unity In The Church Series

Contributed by Travis Jarrett on Oct 19, 2009

Part 1 of 7 in our teaching series, "TRUE RELIGION", a section by section study through the letter from James to the early church.

To watch/listen to this message online go to www.newsongs.org or contact info@newsongs.org. **NOTE: THIS IS A CONCEPT OUTLINE FOR THIS MESSAGE. GRAPHICS AND MULTIMEDIA ARE AVAILABLE TO SUPPORT THIS SERIES. :: James the Author There is some debate within religious circles as to who James actually ...read more

Denomination: *other

The Good Of Unity

Contributed by Mel Shepherd on Jul 2, 2007

The lesson we’re going to learn by the time we get to the end of this chapter is the good that comes from God when godly people hang tightly together.

Title: “The Good of Unity” Text: 2 Samuel 10:1-19 Introduction: You know David was a very friendly person even though he was a warrior with the blood on his hands from the deaths of many enemies. As we begin this chapter we begin with the recognition of a friendship that existed between David ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 10:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of Unity

Contributed by Ronald Campbell, Iv on Nov 22, 2003

How’s God’s Vision brings about unity, which can ultimately bring about Victory

I. Introduction a. The other day I was in a parking lot. It was a normal calm day, the weather great a breeze kept it cool and from getting to hot, just the right amount of clouds were out and the sun was weaving in and out of the clouds as guided shadows graced along the cars and blacktop. Over ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:11-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Key Of Unity Series

Contributed by Phillip Davis on Oct 20, 2000

Basics facts about the Kingdom of God

THEME: "HOW THE KINGDOM OF GOD OPERATES” TEXT: MATTHEW 16: 13 - 20 TITLE: "THE KEY OF UNITY" PREFACE STATEMENTS: 1. The Kingdom of God is "God's sovereign rule, God's sovereign reign and authority over the affairs of man." God is in total and complete control, He has all authority, power and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unity In The Church Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 24, 2015

A look at what makes a church healthy and unified.

The Church - Unity October 18, 2015 Romans 14:1-13 For the past 5 weeks we’ve been looking at the church and what it means to be a unified church. It’s very easy for a church to become distracted with what is not essential. I know you’re getting sick of this quote, but I have ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-13

Denomination: Baptist