One Prayer Devotion, Monday June 9

Yesterday, Craig Groeschel, pastor of LifeChurch.tv, kicked off our One Prayer series by praying, “Lord, Make us ONE.” This is the prayer of Jesus in John 17. This understanding of “oneness” is important for all believers in the Body of Christ.

The key to this occurring is understanding our personal responsibility in being one. Ephesians 4:2-6 uses the word "one" eight different times, placing emphasis and importance upon being truly “one.”

However, the verse begins by saying, “Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.” This is saying you have a part to play. A personal role in making sure there is unity among the body.

So today, why don’t you ask God to show you any way in which you have been outside of the marks of unity and oneness. As we begin this journey to “keep the unity of the Spirit,” let’s recognize that it only happens when we do our part.