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Spiritual Warfare - Unity of Command

As I continue in my series of blogs on applying the centuries-old principles of war to spiritual warfare, today I will look at another vital principle--Unity of Command.

The principle of UNITY OF COMMAND suggests that appropriate authority and responsibility be assigned to a single commander to bring unity to an assignment. It unites all forces in pursuit of a common goal.

There is one body and one Spirit—just as you were called to one hope when you were called—one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all (Ephesians 4:4-6).

All Christians have one “Commander” – Jesus Christ. He is the one who gives direction to our lives. When Christians align their behavior, attitudes and speech with Jesus’ commands, the body of believers is unified.

Whoever has my commands and obeys them, he is the one who loves me. He who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I too will love him and show myself to him (John 14:21).

Examine your motives and actions to be sure you are not trying to usurp or undercut Jesus’ rightful authority over your life—He must lead and you must follow. Pattern your ministry after His—serving, ministering and sacrificing.

posted by Jim @ 10:28 AM