One in the Spirit (Discovery Series Booklet)

Unity must start in the church.

"A bond says, 'Because of our common faith...I am for you.  We may disagree from time to time, but I will not pick a fight.  I will not cancel you.  I will not disparage you behind your back."—Brady Boyd

Jesus taught His disciples that the world should know they were His followers by how they loved one another (John 13:34).  Loving and respecting others seems to grow more challenging every day—even for those who believe in Jesus.  However, we can't represent Christ well if we aren't living in peace with each other.  In this excerpt from Brady Boyd's book Life-Minded, discover how to build unity through compassion, acceptance, and forgiveness.  Uncover the power of God's peace and the effect it can have on the rest of the world.

Brady Boyd serves as senior pastor of New Life Church in Colorado Springs, and he cohosts The Essential Church podcast, which features conversations with pastors and leaders about important issues facing the church.  The author of several books, including Addicted to Busy, Boyd passionately writes and teaches on the subject of following Jesus.  He lives with his wife, Pam, in Colorado Springs and has two children.