Unity in Christ, Not Uniformity

We can be followers of Christ, devoted to seeing his Kingdom come on earth as in heaven, and still have broken relationships with those we are doing life with (Philippians 4:2-3). Unity in Christ is not uniformity in Christ. The God that created every snowflake differently created us uniquely. Legalism, religion, and a political spirit demand uniformity. Uniformity is surface; it is an outward alignment. Unity in Christ comes from the heart. It is relational, not a demand to act, believe, and look the same (Matthew 15:8).