Bible Verses About "What Does the Bible Say About Unity in the Church"
Unity among believers is a command, not a suggestion — Jesus prayed for it, and Paul urged it as essential to the body of Christ.
Unity among believers is a command, not a suggestion — Jesus prayed for it, and Paul urged it as essential to the body of Christ.
"That they all may be one; as thou, Father, art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us: that the world may believe that thou hast sent me." — John 17:21 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Does the Bible Say About Unity in the Church?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"That they all may be one; as thou, Father, art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us: that the world may believe that thou hast sent me."
"Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace."
"Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!"
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