Faith without religion.
Unity, Oneness, and Divine Love
In a reflective teaching from March 1st, 2015, the focus is on John 17:11, where Jesus prays for unity among His followers. The teaching emphasizes the importance of knowing both the true God and Jesus Christ, whom God sent. It explores the complex relationship between Jesus and God, highlighting their oneness and distinctiveness.
The teaching delves into Jesus’ prayer for His apostles, emphasizing seven key requests: unity, joy, protection from evil, sanctification through truth, presence with Jesus, witnessing His glory, and embodying divine love. These requests are seen as essential elements for followers of Jesus, emphasizing a life of surrender and faith rather than control and labor.
The teaching also addresses the nature of Jesus’ work, suggesting that His ultimate act was one of surrender rather than labor. It challenges believers to let go of control and trust in God’s will, drawing parallels between Jesus’ surrender and the Christian journey.
The teaching concludes by emphasizing the unity between Jesus and the Father, urging believers to seek the same unity with God and each other. It highlights the importance of knowing God and Jesus through the Spirit, underscoring the transformative power of divine love and truth in the life of a believer.