Tag: unity

• Does the Church Have a False View of Self?

  The saying is trustworthy and deserving of full acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am the foremost. But I received mercy for this reason, that in me, as the foremost, Jesus Christ might display his perfect patience as an example to those who were to believe in…

  Blake

  October 23, 2014

  Church Unity, conflict, Genuine Community, leadership, missional, Spiritual Formation

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• Our Foolish Fragile Fences

  But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far off have been brought near by the blood of Christ. For he himself is our peace, who has made us both one and has broken down in his flesh the dividing wall of hostility. Ephesians 2:13-14 We all build fences. It is an essential part of…

  Blake

  September 18, 2014

  Church Unity, conflict, Genuine Community, missional

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• Being the Orange

  Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect… Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good. Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor. Do…

  Blake

  June 24, 2014

  Church Unity, Genuine Community, leadership, missional, prayer, strategic planning, The Church’s Influence, the revolution

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