Grace to You: Radio Podcast

Fundamental Christian Attitudes: Unity

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Oct 22, 2025
John MacArthur, a veteran Bible teacher and founding pastor of Grace to You, dives deep into the essential nature of unity within the church. He argues that true unity cannot compromise biblical truth and must be built on sound doctrine. MacArthur stresses the importance of spiritual maturity in preventing discord, while also emphasizing the need for leaders to confront errors. Drawing on teachings from 1 Corinthians and Colossians, he outlines virtues like compassion and forgiveness as pathways to peace. He concludes with a heartfelt prayer for unity rooted in truth.
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INSIGHT

Unity Is Grounded In Truth

  • True unity among believers is unity in the truth, not mere practical harmony.
  • Real unity requires believing the same things and understanding Scripture accurately.
ADVICE

Teach Doctrine Precisely

  • Teach Scripture precisely so congregants think the same way and render the same judgments.
  • Clear doctrine produces a legacy of unity in a church.
INSIGHT

One Mind As Biblical Maturity

  • Paul commands believers to be of one mind and have no divisions as a hallmark of maturity.
  • Being 'complete' means thinking the same and rendering the same judgments.
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