Unity- Deut 6:4

Unity is a funny word, and an even funnier concept. The idea that any group of individuals can come together on any one thing is almost laughable.
Most of us are seeking unity when we want everyone to be unified with us! If its not our idea, or our project, then we are not really all that hungry for unity. But, when having everyone unified benefits us, then we start talking about unity.
Unity is something that the whole world is looking for. I remember a song from the 90's that spelled it out: U-N-I-T-Y... (I hope some of you remember that song, or I will feel pretty lame!) But, even though the whole world wants it, it eludes us all. We all say we seek unity, but we never really seem to achieve it.
In the Body of Christ, we absolutely must have unity... don't let your chuckle get too out of hand here! I realize that this seems impossible with so many different ideas and theologies. And I guess it probably is impossible. So, its a good thing we serve a God that has a habit of doing impossible things!
The reason we need unity is because there is unity in who God is. In Deuteronomy 6:4 (and in other places), God makes a point of saying that there is unity within Himself. He is One. His heart and mind are not divided. He is the definition of unity. And, if we are His representatives here on earth, then we must be the definition of unity as well. If we aren't, we are diminishing who and what He is!
If there is unity in God, but not in His people, then we are doing a poor job of representing Him. That's like having the signs in front McDonalds trying to convince you to eat at Taco Bell... it just doesn't make sense! If we represent Him, then we need to be what He is. We need to have unity! We need to be together.
I'm not saying that we should just blindly agree with each other. Like the X-files used to say: The truth is out there! There is a right and wrong way to regard God. But, instead of always trying to prove we are right, maybe we should try to "All just get along!" (My 90's references are getting a little out of hand!) Maybe we need to seek unity, instead of our own honor in being "right".
What would happen if the world saw the people of God actually behaving like Him?
Don’t pay people back with evil for the evil they do to you. Focus your thoughts on those things that are considered noble. As much as it is possible, live in peace with everyone. Don’t take revenge, dear friends. Instead, let God’s anger take care of it. After all, Scripture says, “I alone have the right to take revenge. I will pay back, says the Lord.” But, “If your enemy is hungry, feed him. If he is thirsty, give him a drink. If you do this, you will make him feel guilty and ashamed.” Don’t let evil conquer you, but conquer evil with good. Romans 12:17-21 GWT