John 17:20-23 NASB I appeal to you, dear brothers and sisters, by the authority of our Lord Jesus Christ, to live in harmony with each other. Let there be no divisions in the church. Rather, be of one mind, united in thought and purpose. 1 Corinthians 1:10 NLT 1. Unified Purpose Share Gospel and Teach the Word of God to make (Matthew 28:18-20) Experience the of Believers *(Acts 2:42, Ephesians 4:1-6) * Proclaim His & Declare His *(1 Peter 2:9-10) * Be Ambassadors for Christ with ministry of (2 Corinthians 5:19-20) Dwelling Place for God (Ephesians 2:19-22) **2. Unified Beliefs ** Ephesians 4:1-6 NASB Unified Belief System: One Body – there is one universal church from Jesus’ One Spirit (Holy Spirit) - The Spirit does His work through the and in our hearts One Hope – We have an eternal home waiting for us (Revelation 21) a current real hope. One Lord – Christ is the head of His body ( ) & the Lord of heaven & earth One Faith – We share one body of knowledge or affirmed truths of the faith as defined by the early church (Jude 1: 3) One Baptism – Baptism is a physical experience we all share as a spiritual family; a physical picture of the faith that solidifies allegiance to Christ, His family, & His way of life. An outward of expression of what God has done on the inside. (Acts 8:34-39) One God & Father – There are no other gods except the one who is described in the . (triune God Matthew 28:19-20) One true God. Ephesians 4:11-16 NKJV 1 Peter 3:8-9 NKJV Unity Practices: See the of others (2 Corinthians 5:16-21) Serve others in (Galatians 5:13) Elevate others above yourself (Philippians 2: 3) One mind with others (Philippians 2:2) others (Colossians 3:13) Make with others (Colossians 3:15) Share each other's (Galatians 6:2) Protect the Reputation Practice Reconciliation 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 Helping Friends Become Devoted Followers of Jesus Psalm 133:1 NKJV