Although the prophet Amos was not even remotely referring to fellowship, the subject is seldom discussed in these days without this passage being introduced. This has become a traditional text for sermons on unity, although those who so use it are pleading for conformity under the mistaken impression that it constitutes unity. No passage received more attention than the one now under review. I did not find a single scholar of reputation, either past or contemporary, who sanctioned the interpretation current among our preaching brethren. The mere reading of other versions than the King James, or even a careful study of the context, will demonstrate how far afield we roam in our attempt to find scriptural backing for pre-conceived notions.
Common experience teaches that two can walk together who disagree about many things.
In my father's family there were six children. We did not always agree with each other or with our parents, but we did not destroy or dissolve the family relationship. Frequently a husband and wife disagree, and seriously so, yet they maintain their unity. I walk with many with whom I disagree on some matters of scriptural interpretation. If I did not, I would not walk with any, for I have yet to meet the person who sees everything as I do.