We conclude our series on worship this Sunday. Definitionally, worship is an awed response to God’s saving grace and perfect character. Practically, one of the most powerful ways we worship God is through unity in His church.
In Ephesians 4, Paul urges us to make every effort to remain united in the Spirit. Why? Because unity is at the heart of God’s very nature. God exists in perfect unity within the Trinity—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—three distinct persons, yet one God. And as His people, we are called to reflect this divine unity in our relationships with one another.
Unity Is Not Uniformity
Unity does not mean we all look, act, or think the same. It is not about sameness—it is about oneness. Just as the Trinity is diverse yet perfectly unified, the church is made up of people from different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences, yet we are bound together by the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Paul compares the church to the human body: “The human body has many parts, but the many parts make up one whole body. So it is with the body of Christ.” (1 Corinthians 12:12, NLT) Each believer has a unique role, and our differences are not obstacles to unity but opportunities to glorify God in greater ways.
God’s Plan for Relationship
The doctrine of the Trinity teaches us something beautiful: God has never been alone. Even before creation, the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit existed in perfect relationship. Because we are made in God’s image, we are also designed for relationship—with Him and one another.
This is why worship is both personal and corporate. We worship God individually through obedience and devotion, but we also worship Him together as His body, the church. And when we are united in worship, God draws near.
Living Out Our Worship
God calls us to glorify Him in everything we do. Whether it’s in our job, family, friendships, or church service, every act of faithfulness is worship. “Each of you should continue to live in whatever situation the Lord has placed you.” (1 Corinthians 7:17, NLT) The small things matter. The way we treat one another matters. Unity in the church reflects God’s love, and when we are united in heart and purpose, we display His glory to the world.