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Living in unity with one another requires us to hold our tongues, do good in the face of evil, and seek peace.

Doing good to your enemy is evidence of God's genuine love in the believer, resulting in the fruit of righteousness for them, while exposing the guilt and shame in the heart of the unbeliever, thus leading them to repentance.

The Christian life is sustained through the increase of praise, patience and prayer. Rejoice in hope- a true follower of Christ has hope because of his position in Christ, not because of his circumstances. Only those who rejoice in hope can experience patience in tribuation. Praise and patience are the resources transported to us in prayer. Can you define your prayer life as constant and devoted?

Do not be slothful in zeal, be fervent in the Spirit, serve the Lord. Be efficient and enthusiastic in your work for the Lord. It is possible to be busy with other things yet slothful in spiritual things which reduces enthusiasm for the things of God. The combination of work and enthusiasm is true service to God. On the other hand, working without passion for God will lead to burnout. Enthusiasm for God comes from God.

The authencity of our faith in Christ is demonstrated by the way we show real, tangible, brotherly, affectionate love to one another. Love for one another is something God must do in us. We can not force it but we can recognize our need and ask for it. The way we can honor one another is by eagerly, selflessly, humbly serving each other with the spiritual gifts God has given us. How can you show affectionate, brotherly love to your fellow Christian? What has God given you to share with others?

Considering God's abundant grace, Christians forfeit their right to be offended and seek to live in peace with everyone. How we respond to offense should be according to God's standard of good, acceptable and perfect. That we represent Christ in the midst of the viewing world, our reactions should be honorable in the sight of all. Do not let peace be hindered on account of you but also do not compromise biblical truth for 'fake' peace. We are called to love people not simply tolerate them.