John 13:35 (NIV)
35 By this everyone will know that you are my
disciples, if you love one another.”
The human soul is a lonely thing. It must have the assurance
of companionship. Left entirely to itself, it cannot enjoy anything. God said
in the beginning, “It is not good that man should dwell alone” (Genesis 2:18).
The creation of Eve was the beginning of human companionship. God’s people are
a body, not intended to function separately, not intended to be unconcerned for
one another. The only true body in the world is the Church. The world may talk
grandly of brotherhood, but in reality its philosophy is “each man for
himself.” God’s children are guaranteed the richest and truest friendship, both
here and hereafter. Only in a true friendship and a true love do we find a
genuine basis for peace. Only God can break down the national and racial
barriers that divide men today. Only God can supply that love that we must have
for our fellowman. We will never build brotherhood of man upon earth until we
are believers in Christ Jesus. The only true cohesive power in the world is
Christ. He alone can bind human hearts together in genuine love.
Thought for today:
Do I seek to unify or divide?
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