Waiting on Wednesdays

Week 2 – March 11th 2026

Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.

Ephesians 4:3 (NIV)

Unity. We know it when we see it. We feel it deeply when it’s absent. We long for it. But it’s about more than big feelings, it’s about action and purpose. It’s easy to be united when there’s nothing at stake, but when opinions start flying, adversity comes, and the rubber meets the road, can unity weather the storm? Or will cracks start to form and fellowship fracture?

Of course, Paul isn’t calling for good vibes or positive energy. He’s calling for “the bond of peace.” What is the church’s source of peace? It’s Jesus. Who is Jesus according to the book of Ephesians? The head of the church (4:15). Peace comes when all of us place our lives under the Lordship of Jesus, and unity comes through the Spirit’s presence in our surrendered lives. Again we see the church moves forward in the power and unity of the Holy Spirit only when we each stop and commit to the work God is doing within us.

Here are some prayer points to consider as you take time to pray for GP today. Thank you for setting aside time today and thank you for being a contributor to the unity of the church!

·      Ask God to clearly identify any place in your life that might be inhibiting the Holy Spirit’s work in your life.

·      Pray for GP. Pray for unity among its people, its ministries, and in purpose.

·      Ask God how your participation in the church is contributing to the church’s unity. Ask how your spiritual gifting might be more effectively used to serve your church.