Men are still men. Women are still women. Each of our personalities remains in tact. We do not become less of who we are in the process of becoming one with each other. To the contrary, we are enhanced as each age, gender, and temperament brings into the body a greater balance because of what each one has to offer.
Unity comes out of diversity.
Although we are one body, we do not all look the same, act the same, or have the same function and gifting. The fitting together of individual parts results in unity. Our life together with all of our differences is something better than if we remained isolated or if we associated with only those who were the same as us. Our relationship with each other is a result of what we share in common through Christ. The cross of Christ breaks down barriers.