Verse & Devotional

Mark‬ ‭3:25‬ ‭NIV‬

[25] If a house is divided against itself, that house cannot stand.

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Teaching Clip :Watch Mark 3:25 by Zeal Church:

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Unity Beyond Uniformity

Can you imagine living in a house with a cracked foundation? Over time, the walls will begin to cave in, and the ceiling could buckle or split in two.

It might not happen right away, but eventually, everything slowly falls apart. In Mark 3:25, Jesus vividly portrays the impact of division…

"If a kingdom is divided against itself, that kingdom cannot stand. And if a house is divided against itself, that house cannot stand."

Jesus wasn't merely discussing political entities or physical homes. He was teaching a powerful principle applicable to every area of life: where there is unity, there is strength. But when division seeps into a social structure—a family, a community, a neighborhood, a workplace, or a church—it weakens.

Division often feels inevitable, but Christians are called to examine our lives to see how we can be agents of unity. But not uniformity—unity doesn't demand that we all sound and act the same, but it does mean we should strive for harmony amidst diversity.

So, consider this: How can you begin to foster unity in the spaces and relationships God has placed you in? It could be overlooking a minor offense (Proverbs 19:11), listening with understanding to someone with differing viewpoints (Philippians 2:3-4), redirecting a conversation rooted in gossip (Proverbs 20:19), or apologizing for a hasty response (James 5:16). Every day you have a choice to pursue unity. So, how is God calling you to foster the spirit of unity today?

Lord, blessed teaching this morning. Pausing and reflecting on all that is within the message, examining my self and finding places that hope in conversation or understanding would become united while also accepting that sometimes unity is closures and remaining kind, letting things undone, or unable to be repaired in the only place that is in the way of working things for good, prayer and hope... Thankful for the reminder in the teaching that unity is possible, and when it does not unfold you pray and stay faithful to your hope in restoration or an acceptance of what was is possible with only a heart of understanding the depths of unity on both sides. It may take time, but the Lord is always rearranging or leading provisions in personal areas of relationships.

Amen

Blessings & Light

BlueEyedGirl 💙