Most Christians would concur that unity in the church is a spiritual, and practical, top priority. Jesus prayed and preached unity, and so did the apostles. Let's not let our theology, or doctrine, divide us. Let's just love one another and be witnesses to the world. We are in a period of church history when doctrine, once again, is polarizing Christians.
Old friendships are strained, and church members are shifting to and fro, seeking places to rest.
Long-embraced beliefs are being challenged with great discomfort. A protectionism is coming to the Body of Christ, so as to justify the existence of her various theological bents. Throughout history God has caused corrective tremors in His church. We can see that God has always used men to articulate and defend His truth. The fact is, our doctrine is the core, the epicenter, out of which all our behavior flows.