Because of the gospel's power, diverse personalities function together as if they were the numeral 1. The unity is seen in the common denominators of purpose, dedication, and discipleship. The Index to the Writings of Ellen G. White has 46 columns of references to the word love and seven columns on the word unity. This should be enough information for all of us to understand the concepts. See lesson 13 for more information and a chart of these statements.
Love is the glue that holds together the organizational system of the church.
It is the bond that allows diverse gifts to function in unity. This kind of Christian love is highly visible to nonchurch people and is specifically looked for when they become interested in the church. Every Christian is called to discipleship and effective ministry within the body of the church. Her friend had invited her and told her about the fun she would have singing songs, learning Bible verses, and making crafts. Although her parents were not religious, they thought it would be good for her to have something special to do during vacation, so they gave her permission to attend the program.