Christian Unity and Ecumenism Essay -- Ecumenicalism, Ecumenical Movem

The ideal of unity seems to be of great importance in the spiritual world, nevertheless seldom is it ever masterd among professed Christians. However, it is vit entirelyy important to comprehend unity in its biblical light. Jesus prayed in John 1721, That they all may be one, as thou, Father art in me, and I in thee, that they to a fault may be one in us that the world may believe that thou hast sent me. By definition, unity is the state of existence one. In order to have a unified church each member must be one one with the Father and the Son. Subsequently, to happen upon such an oneness, each member must be perfectly holy, because paragon is holy. Unfortunately, this is where a clear contrast is made between the saints and mere religious professors. Religious professors practice oecumenism at the cost of disregarding Gods word. morality will sacrifice the doctrine of Christ in order to achieve an outward union. Religion will make allowances for sin, worldliness, here sies, and other liquor of ill-doing in order to gain a universal, all inclusive church. ecumenism is the spirit of the age and its origins can be traced to the pits of hell, the promoter of Babylon. Ecumenical spirits influence various religions to lay aside theological differences, and accept and bear diverse beliefs coming together and forming ecclesiastical bonds. Historically, Catholics and Protestants fought each other, and not exclusively through verbal exchange, but through physical means as well. World and religious leaders today advocate accepting all faiths and tolerance of differing viewpoints. For the most part they reflect the ideals of the general consensus. Popular picture suggests that there are various paths to God, and it is narrow minded to believe there is sole(prenominal) on... ...ls short of it will be eternally lost. The message of the church service of God is come out of her my people and be not a partaker of her (Babylon) sins. Come out of all fal se religion, even if it be under the guise Church of God. Renounce sects, denominations, and systems of men Forsake ecumenism for it is the promotion of Satan and is available at a bargain come out at almost every religious grocers market, but at the monetary value of eternal damnation. It costs nothing to obtain the praise of religious establishments, but will cost man his soul because it does not obtain the approval of God. Ecumenism is of the flesh and has deceived and will continue to deceive multitudes. There is only one kind of unity that meets the approval of heaven and the criteria of Gods word, and it is the unity of the spirit. may fellowship first begin with God, and with his Son Jesus Christ.