Division!

Division in the Body of Christ (the church) creates problems. This was one of the challenges Paul addressed at length with the church at Corinth.
( 1 Corinthians 1:10-11) We know we would have difficulty performing our daily tasks if our physical body were divided. (note 1 Corinthians 12:14-26) However, there is a part of our being we may still struggle with being divided.

In a prayer of David we read…
“Teach me your way, O LORD, that I may walk in your truth; UNITE MY HEART to fear your name.” ( Psalm 86:11 ESV)

For our physical body to function well the chambers of the heart must work together. Out of sync our health would be severely impacted. The same is true spiritually. A divided HEART will greatly impede our spiritual progress and health, even to the point of halting it altogether. We cannot serve two masters. ( Matthew 6:24) We cannot go through life straddling the fence; attempting to live with one foot in the world and one in the kingdom.
( 1 John 2:15) We must retain a singular focus. Therefore, like David, we should pray for God’s help in maintaining a united HEART; a HEART fully focused on Him and His Will.

David went on to state…
“I give thanks to you, O Lord my God, WITH MY WHOLE HEART, and I will glorify your name forever.” ( Psalm 86:12 ESV)

In the New Testament, Paul exhorted…
“Now may the God of peace himself SANCTIFY YOU COMPLETELY, and may your WHOLE SPIRIT AND SOUL AND BODY be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. (24) He who calls you is faithful; HE WILL SURELY DO IT.”
( 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24 ESV)

The aim: an undivided HEART seeking for OUR ENTIRE BEING (spirit, soul, and body) to be kept blameless. Quite the goal! However, we have a God WHO IS ABLE to aid us in making it happen. Let us diligently seek to keep our focus continually on Him. Keeping our eyes on Him and His Will is the safeguard against becoming distracted by the things of the world.

Have a great day MARKED BY WHOLEHEARTED DEVOTION TO GOD!
Carl

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