Ripples of Reform | Church Division

In this episode we discuss the spoken word "THE RUNAWAY BRIDE - The Church's Struggle with Division". Some of the questions covered include: 1. What motivated you to address this issue, and why do you believe it's so important for the church to confront these divisions?  2. There are several causes of division within the church, from racial and political differences to theological debates. What does the Bible say about unity, and how can believers strive to rise above these differences?  3. Christ’s prayer for unity is referenced in the poem. Why does Jesus emphasized unity among His followers, and how does this impact the church’s witness in the world today?  4. Believers are encouraged to return to their “first love” and focus on Christ as the cornerstone. How can returning to this focus help churches heal from division and build stronger bonds?  5. The spoken word calls for forgiveness and peace within the church. From a biblical perspective, how can the church practically embody these values, and what role do they play in our mission as the body of Christ?  6. The importance of unity within the church is highlighted in the poem, which could sometimes be misunderstood as a call for a "one world religion." How would you clarify this message, especially regarding the need for unity within the local body of Christ and its impact on our witness to the world?