Building Unity in the Church

    Being in covenant with God is more than just words - it's a deep commitment that shapes how we live and relate to one another. Just as marriage is a covenant between spouses, God chose to be a covenant-making God with His people.

What Makes Someone Part of God's Covenant People?

    A covenant people are those who are first in covenant with God through Jesus Christ. Without this foundation, true covenant relationship with other believers isn't possible. When we enter into covenant with God, we also covenant with one another to better know Him, serve Him, and glorify Him together.


Why Do We Need Covenant Relationships with Other Believers?


    God created humans for community. Just as He said it wasn't good for Adam to be alone, we need meaningful relationships with other believers to:

  • Encourage one another

  • Correct one another in love

  • Support each other through difficulties

  • Help each other grow spiritually

  • Keep each other accountable

    • What Does a Covenant Church Look Like?


    A covenant church demonstrates:

    • Genuine love for one another

    • Unity in purpose and mission

    • Care for each other's needs

    • Using gifts to serve one another

    • Speaking truth in love

    • Commitment through good and bad times

      •     The early church modeled this by having "all things in common" and caring for one another sacrificially. They were devoted to teaching, fellowship, breaking bread, and prayer together.


      Life Application


      This week, consider these questions:


      1. Am I truly committed to my church family, or do I treat church as a casual relationship?


      2. How can I better demonstrate covenant love to others in my church?


      3. What gifts has God given me that I could use to serve my church family?




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