Dwelling Together in Unity

June 14, 2011 [Tuesday],

Dear Fellow Travelers,

          Earlier this morning, I was writing a letter of thanks to a dear lady who, although she is not a member of our church, supports it financially. As I sat in front of my computer contemplating what I wanted to say, these words came quickly: I want you to know that we are enjoying some wonderful days at Grace Christian Fellowship. There is nothing quite like being in the Presence of the Holy Spirit, especially when in the company of a group of believers. I am confident that, though we are small in number, there are many pastors who would love to have this kind of fellowship. The Psalmist said it best: “Behold how good and how pleasant it is for brothers (and sisters!) to dwell together in unity! It is like the precious oil upon the head, coming down upon the beard, even Aaron’s beard, coming down upon the edge of his robes. It is like the dew of Hermon, coming down upon the mountains of Zion; for there the Lord commanded the blessing—life forever” (Psalm 133 NASB; parenthesis mine).

          With all the chaos that is going on in the world today, there is something very special about being able to fellowship with believers who have learned the blessing of “dwelling together in unity.” The times we gather together are times of calm refreshing and powerful joy and wonderful fellowship.

          The strange thing about this is the fact that not one of us is trying to create this atmosphere; it is altogether His doing. Admittedly, there are times when I want to analyze just what is going on so I can write a book about it, one that will help other churches experience this kind of blessed unity. I quickly realize, however, that the secret will never be read in a book. It is not one of those “how-to” exercises; instead, it is the fruit of the Tree of Life. I am convinced that it comes only to those who have chosen to abandon the Tree of the Knowledge of Good & Evil and embrace Jesus—the Tree of Life.

          You think about that—

This is the work of God, that you believe in Him whom He has sent" (John 6:29 NASB).