" SINGLENESS IN THE BODY OF CHRIST "

Good Morning All,

I have to say that I'm so grateful to be a member of the

Body Of Christ. Even when I'm by myself I'm never alone,

I know that I can call upon the Father or pick up the

telephone and make a connection with a brother in the faith.

I love the fact that the men that are in my circle of friends

are faithful, loving and caring. My friend David says that

we should all be 3am friends and be ready to minister at a

moments notice. As Christians we are united together by

Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior.

Unity is the quality or state of being or being made one.

It's my suggestion that we all strive to get along, especially

in the Body of Christ. It is said that unity is pleasant and

precious. many things in life we tend to take for granted.

Unfortunately, unity does not always abound in the church

as was the Father's plan. People differ and cause division

over inconsequential issues. Have you ever noticed that

some even Christians take pleasure in causing tension by

discrediting others? Living in unity does not mean that we

agree on everything; there are a number of opinions

likewise as the stars in sky. But we must agree on our

purpose in life - to work together for God. Our outward

expression of unity will reflect our inward unity of purpose.

Jesus prayed for unity among the believers based on the

believers unity with him and the Father. Christians can know

unity among themselves if they are living in union with God.

For example, each branch living in union with the vine is united

with all other branches doing the same. Now, God has given his

church an enormous responsibility, and that is to make disciples

of all men, in every nation. Now, this involves preaching, teaching,

healing, nurturing, giving, administrating, building, and many other

tasks.

From time to time I revert back to a decade in my life when my

best friend Tony Jim and I were linked in a friendship better than

most. We were from different ethnic backgrounds and it never was

an issue with us. A friend is one who is attached to another by

respect or affection. Have you ever longed to see a friend with whom

you share fond memories of long ago with?

All Christians are part of God's family and thus share the power of

His Love. Do you feel a deep love for fellow Christians, friends and

strangers alike? Love should be the unifying force and the identifying

mark of the Christian Community. Love is the key to walking in the

light, because we cannot grow spiritually while we hate others. As you

study the Word of God you will grow in your relationship with others.

UNITY DOES NOT JUST HAPPEN; WE HAVE TO WORK AT IT.

Those of you who know me are aware that I'm standing in the gap for you,

which translates into me standing with you.

Until Next Time...

Jim