Our fidelity and faithfulness to those we are stuck with is a powerful reminder to us of the faithfulness of God, who sticks with us no matter what happens in our lives. Paul reminded the Corinth congregation of such faithfulness in our reading today, as he urged the people to agree with each other and pleaded that there be no dissension among them, but that they be united in the same mind and judgment for the sake of Jesus Christ. It's good to remember his words today. There is, however, a unity in our diversity. When we are gathered as the Body of Christ, something can be at work that is not our own making.
Miracles can happen.
Two and two can equal five. Forgiveness and acceptance can be felt. The Spirit can hover among us with sighs too deep for words. Laughter can be heard, and hope can be expressed and experienced in visible, tangible ways. Sorrow and grief can be carried for one another and even transformed into deep joy.