Divine Call for Christian Unity, Forgiveness & Self-Control
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- Mar 30
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Updated: Apr 5
Pastor Tim Aroge
1 Peter 3: 8-12; Psalms 103:1-3; Romans 6:12–13; Proverbs 23:20
In Jer. 29:11, the Lord assures us that His plans for us are good, filled with hope and a future. To walk in His plan, we must embrace unity—being of one mind, free from division, and joined together in love. Psa. 103:1-2 describes unity as a precious oil, something delightful and pleasing in God’s sight. Likewise, 1 Pet. 3:8 calls us to be compassionate, humble, and full of brotherly love. The early church thrived because believers were united in faith and purpose. If we desire to finish well in our Christian journey, we must intentionally foster this same spirit of unity among us.
Forgiveness and self-control are also crucial in our walk with God. Forgiveness is a choice to release resentment and respond to wrongdoing with grace. In 1 Pet. 3:9, we are instructed not to repay evil with evil but to bless instead. Other scriptures, including Lev. 19:18, Dan. 9:9, and Mat. 6:9-13, reinforce the importance of forgiving others as God forgives us.
Self-control, on the other hand, helps us resist temptation and walk in righteousness. 1 Pet. 3:10-11 warns us to guard our words, turn from evil, and pursue peace. Prov. 23:20, 29-32, 25:16, and Rom. 6:12-13 highlight the dangers of indulgence and the power of discipline. When we practice self-control, we align ourselves with God’s will and avoid the traps of sin. May God help us embrace unity, extend forgiveness, and walk in self-control to finish our race victoriously.
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