Hence, we have the numerous Christian denominations all with their own particular bent, but still linked by the common faith in Christ. Being in a group with beliefs similar to our own is, in general, a good idea. Still, even within individual churches, as shown by the example above, there can, and will be variations. Again, this is not a negative but one of the strengths of being a part of the Body. Unfortunately this is not always the case.
Differences can lead to divisions, and the in-house squabbling begins.
One quickly realizes that the same imperfect men who were originally saved by grace, are now the imperfect forgiven men trying to work together as the Lord's family, often judging or rejecting those with opposing views on relatively minor issues. The Lord knew that His children would struggle with this and dedicated many a chapter of the Scriptures to the issue of unity in the church. God has strictly spoken against believers imposing their own standards on one another, thereby not allowing each other to walk in the liberty of His Holy Spirit's guidance. God has called each of us to study the Word diligently for ourselves and determine where He would have us stand on various issue. He has given each of us freedom from the rules of men to find the truth of God.