United in Faith: Embracing Our Divine Purpose as One Family Under God
We are a united nation under God—a house of prayer for all nations that Jesus is building. Though we come from diverse tribes and nations, we are united. Each of us possesses a unique redemptive purpose, gift, and inheritance bestowed by God. Yet, we share the same Heavenly Father, the same Redeemer in Jesus Christ of Nazareth, and the same Holy Spirit binding us together. We share one eternal home, the Kingdom of God, and one purpose: to do the will of Him who redeemed us from darkness into His marvelous light. This is beautiful. It brings to mind the scriptures in Hebrews, which instruct us to continually look unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith. For the joy set before Him, He endured the cross and despised its shame. While looking to and through the cross, Jesus saw us. He accomplished His finished work to create a family—a family that could host His Spirit and presence, desire to do His will among the nations, and prepare His body for His second coming. It is a privile...