Distinguish between unity, uniformity, and assimilation in their ministry context.How has the local expression of church been doing in fulfilling that vision?
Write a minimum 1500-word response paper critiquing the unity within your own ministry/organization. Within the paper be sure to include the following:
By the end of this module students will be able to:
Exegete, prepare and deliver a sermon or Bible study on unity from either the Old or New Testament.
Distinguish between unity, uniformity, and assimilation in their ministry context.
Process the practical steps towards unity.
Readings & Lectures
Module Six Video Introduction
Oneness Embraced, Evans, Chapters 12 & 13
Dream With Me, Perkins, Chapters 4 & 5
A Beginners Guide to Crossing Cultures, Lane, Chapters 9, 10 & 11
Guiding Questions
Reflecting on the High-Priestly prayer of Jesus in John 17, what do you believe was Christ’s vision for the church?
In your opinion/experience, how has the local expression of church been doing in fulfilling that vision?
Deliverables