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Explore the essence of true Biblical unity, fellowship, and attitudes that foster or hinder unity resolution. Delve into self-examination, forgiveness, speech control, and selflessness. Learn to treat each other as brethren, address concerns respectfully, and manage divisive issues. Discover the importance of respecting Christian liberties, discussing doctrinal variances, and handling discordant brethren based on biblical teachings. Unpack the necessity for unity through relevant scriptures and steps like respecting God's Word, being honest, praying for guidance, embracing humility before God, and cultivating spiritual maturity. Join the journey towards unity and alignment with God's will.
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A study about how to deal with and resolve problems among brethren
In This Study: • What is TRUE Biblical unity? • What is fellowship? • Attitudes that promote unity and problem resolution • Attitudes that destroy unity
In This Study: • Problems and self-examination • Forgiveness • Controlling the tongue • “It’s not about me!”
In This Study: • How to treat each other as brethren • How to go to one another with problems and concerns • How to respond to one who comes to you
In This Study: • Respecting Christian liberties • Discussing doctrinal differences • Dealing with divisive brethren
The Need for Unity • John 17:20-21 • John 13:35 • Philippians 2:1-4 • Ephesians 4:1-3 • 1 Corinthians 1:10
Steps toward unity Respect for God’s word! • We MUST begin with a standard! • True with attitudes! • Psalm 119:105, 111 • 2 Peter 1:2-4 • 1 Cor. 6:4, Rev. 22:18-19
Steps toward unity Honesty • Do we approach issues and problems with TOTAL honesty? • It must begin with ME! Open mind? • Matthew 7:3-5 • 2 Peter 1:5, Prov. 20:7
Steps toward unity Prayer • Can God help us in this? • James 1:5, 5:16 • Philippians 4:6-7 • 1 Peter 5:7 • Pray for open mind,…
Steps toward unity Humility before God • Humility solves, pride destroys • Romans 12:3, 16 • 1 Corinthians 13:4 • 1 Peter 5:6
Steps toward unity Spiritual Maturity • Growth puts away childish attitudes! • 1 Corinthians 13:11 • Hebrews 5:12-14 • 2 Peter 1:5-11 • 1 Corinthians 3:1-2