Do we work to bring unity to the church or are we more likely to create conflict and division? Paul was a relational guy. He was constantly praying for and encouraging others. It was a high value for him to maintain relationships in the churches he started.
At the same time, Paul never compromised truth! His relationships were not rooted in his desire for unity among all people, they were rooted in truth. In the midst of his encouragement and gratitude, he also gave a strict warning. "Avoid them (people who reject doctrine and cause division), for such people do not serve our Lord Christ!"
We become like who we hang out with! I tell my children, "you are your friends." If we want to be among those who are pursuing hard after Jesus, we need to be found in the midst of people pursuing hard after Jesus.
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