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Unity in the Spirit: How Equality Brings Peace

 

Unity in the Spirit: How Equality Brings Peace (Ephesians 4:3)

Sunrise over calm waters representing the bond of peace


"Endeavor to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace." Ephesians 4:3 KSB

   Unity is not something we have to fight for or create, it already exists. In Ephesians 4:3, Paul encourages us to endeavor to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. This unity is found in the Spirit because we are all spiritual beings. In Christ, there is no male or female, Jew or Greek, bond or free we are one in Him. There is no separation between us and God. "I and the Father are one." There is no separation between us and good, for God withholds no good thing. There is no separation between us and each other, every man is my brother, every woman my sister, every child my child. In the Spirit, prejudice, discrimination, and divisions disappear.

   God’s promise in the last days is to pour out His Spirit on all flesh, breaking gender, age, and social barriers. The unity is not in the flesh but in the Spirit. Where there is unity, there is strength. Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty. Unity leads to equality, and equality leads to peace. When I see myself as one with you, I treat you as equal. Peace removes the need for conflict, crime, and injustice because everyone is valued the same. Paul tells us to keep unity not to create it, but to guard it like something valuable we already possess. Just as we keep track of our keys, glasses, or loved ones, we must safeguard the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.

   How do we do this? First, realize it,  know the truth that we are one. Then, maintain it, keep it alive in your heart. Finally, share it, through your words, actions, songs, poems, plays, and conversations. Preach it, teach it, write it, sing it. Lift the energy of the earth, raise the vibration of the universe, and let the glory of God be seen around the globe. We are one. One love. One Spirit. One God. Remember this truth and live it daily.

📖 Reflection: What is something valuable in your life that you consistently strive to keep safe and how can you treat unity in the same way?

💡 Action Step: Take one intentional action today to promote unity whether by reconciling with someone, celebrating diversity, or sharing a message of peace.

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