Novation Church
The Cure for Division
National divisions
Political divisions
Ideological divisions
Racial divisions
Relational divisions
Theological divisions
How To Live In A Divided World
- Remember how important unity is to Jesus
“I pray not only for these followers but also for those who will believe in me because of their teaching. Father, I pray that all who believe in me can be one. You are in me and I am in you. I pray that they can also be one in us. Then the world will believe that you sent me.” John 17:20-21 ERV
- Remember who and what is behind all divisions
“For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places.” Ephesians 6:12 NASB 95
- Remember to walk in the light
“For He rescued us from the domain of darkness, and transferred us to the kingdom of His beloved Son,” Colossians 1:13 NASB 95
“I am the Light of the world; he who follows Me will not walk in the darkness, but will have the Light of life.” John 8:12 NASB 95
- Remember we are to love our enemies
“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I say to you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you,” Matthew 5:43-44 NASB 95
- Remember to find common ground
Acts 17:22-34
- Remember we are to be peacemakers
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.” Matthew 5:9 NASB 95
“Do the best you can to live in peace with everyone.” Romans 12:18 ERV