All for One and One for All

Aim: To build oneness amongst the body of believers.

Exegesis: We have one destiny. Blessing requires our preparation (vv. 10-11a) and patience (v. 11b). We have one mission. Our mission involves definite instructions (vv. 12-13), risks (v. 14a), teamwork (vv. 14b-15a), and rest (v. 15b). We have one faith. Faith demands submission to authority (v. 16), encouragement of authority (v. 17), and support for authority (v. 18).

Key verses: vv. 14b-15a ''But you shall pass before your brethren armed, all your mighty men of valor, and help them, until the LORD has given your brethren rest, as He gave you...''