What does unity look like in a divided church?

We begin our Dear Corinth series with a powerful message from Pastor Roberto Chaple, diving into Paul's heartfelt appeal for unity in the church. If you've ever wrestled with conflict, preferences, or disconnection in the body of Christ—this message speaks to you.

Watch the full worship service below or listen to the sermon audio to reflect and respond.

"I appeal to you… that there be no divisions among you." — 1 Corinthians 1:10

Paul doesn't simply suggest unity—he begs for it. In a church caught between personalities and worship styles, he calls believers back to the center of their faith: Jesus Christ.

Here's what we explore together this week:

• Church unity starts with Christ, not charisma.

  The early church divides itself over leadership—Paul, Apollos, Cephas, or Christ. But faithful leadership points to Jesus, not itself. It's not about personal preference; it's about one Savior.

• Worship style shouldn't divide what the Spirit unites.

  Whether traditional or contemporary, every form of worship should bring us closer to God. Arguing over style is like keeping the box and throwing away the gift. Multigenerational worship paints a clearer picture of God's Kingdom.

• Mission matters more than preference.

  Paul says, "I become all things to all people so that by all possible means I might save some" (1 Corinthians 9:22). The goal isn't to win a debate—it's to win someone to Christ.

What if we leave our preferences in the glovebox and unite around the mission of Jesus?

What if we come to church hungry to serve instead of angry about style or change?

Unity doesn't mean uniformity—it means choosing love, humility, and shared purpose.

Let's be the kind of church that reflects heaven.

Need a way to get connected? Join a Group, start serving, or explore your Next Steps.