Unity & Remembrance

Unity & Remembrance 9-12-21

Introduction:

A. FB post the other day: “I sure do miss 9/12”! Why? A very different spirit took over our nation after 9/11.

1. A spirit of togetherness – a common sadness and resolve

2. We were a nation unified.

B. The two most beautiful descriptions in the Bible of unity in the church!

1. The Body of Christ = unity like a healthy body

2. The Family of God = unity like a healthy family

C. Unity is important to God – especially for his people!

1. Eph.4:1-5 Oneness;

2. 1 Cor.13:4-8a, unselfish love

1. Principles of Unity in Christ

A. Togetherness: A common Lord, A common Love, and a common Purpose! God’s plan! One another stuff!

B. Loyalty: Obedience and commitment – Numbers 32 – 2 ½

C. Submission: Something greater than me! (Jesus, Phil.2)

D. Sacrifice: For others – The greater good – God’s plan – greater love!

9/11 Video

2. Principles of remembering 9/11 – Honoring Principles of Unity!

A. Togetherness: shared experience

B. Loyalty: No division, common enemy, My Country!

C. Submission: What do you need?

D. Sacrifice: Victims! All First Responders!

Conclusion: