How can we apply the unity seen in Joshua 10:21 to our church? Setting the Scene “Everyone returned safely to Joshua in the camp at Makkedah, and no one dared to threaten the Israelites.” (Joshua 10:21) Israel’s warriors come back from battle as one body, rallying around their God-appointed leader. No splinter groups, no private agendas—just a unified people standing secure under the Lord’s victory. Noticing the Unity • One camp, one commander, one purpose • Shared confidence: “no one dared to threaten” them • Obedience without complaint—every soldier takes his place beside Joshua Timeless Principles for Today • Unity is anchored in God’s appointed leadership (Hebrews 13:17) • Safety and strength flow from standing together (Ecclesiastes 4:12) • A united testimony silences opposition (Philippians 1:27-28) Practical Ways to Foster This Unity 1. Gather around Christ, our greater Joshua – Keep teaching centered on the gospel (1 Corinthians 15:1-4). 2. Support biblically qualified leaders – Pray for and encourage elders (1 Timothy 5:17). 3. Cultivate a “one camp” mentality – Treat ministry teams as complementary, not competing (Ephesians 4:16). 4. Resolve conflicts quickly – Follow Matthew 18:15-17 with humility. 5. Share victories and burdens – Celebrate answered prayer; bear one another’s loads (Galatians 6:2). 6. Speak with one voice to the watching world – Let conversations be gracious and seasoned with salt (Colossians 4:6). Encouragement from Other Scriptures • Psalm 133:1—“How good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in harmony!” • John 17:21—Jesus prays “that they may all be one… so that the world may believe.” • Acts 2:44—“All the believers were together and had everything in common.” • Ephesians 4:3—“Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.” Taking the Next Step Together As Israel once rallied around Joshua, let us rally around Christ, walk shoulder-to-shoulder, and let a unified church testify to a victorious Savior whom no enemy can threaten. |
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