Plea for Unity

"Be united in the same mind and the same judgment." 1 Cor. 1:10

"Behold how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity" Psalm 133:1

Imitate, don't idolize spiritual leaders (v 12)
Apollos- eloquence & competence
Peter- fervency & devotion
Paul- courageous defender of the faith

Glory in the right thing
Person of Christ, the Redeemer (v 31)
Preaching of the Gospel (v 17)
Power of the Cross (v 17)

Factors that promote unity
Inward attributes
Sincere Love (Col 3:14)
Attitude of Humility (Phil 2:3)
Fervent Prayer (Eph 6:18)
Persevere with Patience (Rom 15:5)

Outward Actions
Guard our speech (James 4:11)
Respect Roles (Heb 13:17)
Spirit of Liberty not Legalism (Rom 14:1-13)
Biblical Problem Resolution (Matt 18:15-20)