Text: John 17:1-23; John 13:34
Big Idea: Pursue Unity At All Costs
Message Notes:
- Unity is the Higher Calling
- Unity is a Witness
- Unity Begins with Love
- Disagree Politically, Love Unconditionally, Pray for Unity
Taking a Deeper Dive:
Reflect on and answer the following questions for personal study and/or for discussion with your life group or at home with your family.
Question 1
Jesus’ prayer in John 17 is often referred to a His priestly prayer. He prays to God on behalf of His followers. Have you ever prayed to God for someone else? What was your reasoning? What was your prayer?
Question 2
Jesus prays for His followers and asks God to help them do the work of sharing the gospel – He prays for their unity. How are sharing the gospel and unity related?
Question 3
What kind of division has the church faced over the years? In your opinion, how has the church handled it?
Question 4
What kind of division is the church facing now? How are we handling it?
Question 5
Jesus saw oneness and unity as a priority. Do you?
Question 6
Do you have anyone in your life (in the church) that you disagree politically from? Why or why not?
Question 7
What will you do this week to pursue unity in your relationships – specifically with those who hold differing politically views from you?
