Radically transformed through the gospel, we become part of a new family. Except that this isn't always understood or apparent. Christian unity is counter-cultural. We are dynamically diverse across cultures, races, denominations and temperaments. Yet together we enjoy all the certainties and privileges of belonging to God and to a reconciled community. We need to confront issues of division, and develop a greater eagerness to grow and maintain unity. This book offers crucial biblical and practical help. It emphasises the attitudes and practical behaviour that overcome division and enable us to live authentically as the new society which God intends. We are 'essentially one', for the sake of God's honour and glory, and for the global spread of the message of the gospel. Contents 1 The God-centred family 2 The unified family 3 The diverse family 4 Difference and division 5 Living with difference 6 Good disagreement 7 Handling conflict 8 Managing change 9 Living with people 10 Christlikeness 11 Godly behaviour 12 Working together Epilogue: Be eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bonds of peace
