Introductory Thoughts
The unity of believers is likened to a cord woven together. Like a threefold cord, unified believers are stronger and better able to endure the attacks from their enemies (Ecclesiastes 4:12). In Proverbs 6:16-19, the Lord gives a list of things He hates, one of which is when a man sows “discord among brethren.” What does it mean to sow “discord”? Perhaps the illustration given above sheds the necessary light for an answer. When believers are united, they are like multiple cords woven together. When someone sows discord, he attempts to undo or “discord” the threefold cord destroying the unity. Believers void of unity are weaker and more vulnerable to the attacks of the enemy.
Devotional Thoughts
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(For children): One little grain of sand cannot do much by itself. Yet, when it stands together with other grains of sand, Jeremiah 5:22 says they can hold back the ocean. Gods people can likewise accomplish much more work for Him when they are united together.
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(For everyone): What are some ways in which you can sow discord among brethren? How does the Lord feel about this work? How can it harm others? How could you make this right with those you have hurt?
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How can believers, like a threefold cord, be stronger when united? How does unity assist in accountability and service for the Lord?
Prayer Thoughts
- Ask the Lord to forgive you for sowing discord.
- Ask God to show you the strength of unity.
Song
Brethren, We Have Met to Worship
