All In One Accord!
"They were all with one accord."
Acts 2:1
On seven occasions, the writer of the book of Acts tells us
the early Christians were of “one accord.” They were in one
accord in the Upper Room awaiting the coming of the Holy
Spirit in an attitude of prayer and expectancy (Acts
1:14 and
2:1). They were in one accord after the events of the
Day of
Pentecost when three thousand new believers were
added
to their numbers (Acts 2:41, 46). They were in one
accord
also during persecution (Acts 4:24) and in times of
praise
(Acts 5:12). They were in one accord listening to
preaching
of the Gospel (Acts 8:6) and when sending out
missionaries
(Acts 15:25).
When the Philippian church encountered some difficulties,
the apostle Paul told them all to “fulfill my joy by being like-
minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of
one
mind” (Philippians 2:2). The Early Church understood
what
we must recognize today—that Christians are
encouraged
and blessed when they come together with a same purpose.
If you’re upset with someone you know, it might be a family
member or fellow church attender—ask the Lord to search
your heart. Perhaps the problem is a trace of bitterness
or
offended pride within. The Bible says, “Strive to have
a
conscience without offense toward God and men”
(Acts 24:16).
"Rejoice today with one accord…
rejoice and praise our mighty Lord."
Henry W. Baker, hymnist
