Philippians 1:1
Unified Servants, Saints, Leaders

There is something very special when people are agreed,
You feel very drawn to them especially when in need
Their advice and fellowship you really want to heed,
Because there seems no evidence of selfishness or greed.

Two preachers that are unified have important things to say.
There seems to be real evidence, before they preach, they pray.
The truths passed on yesterday you see them live today,
And you are quite confident they really know the way.

When brothers and sisters all gather together in one place,
If unity is there you are glad to see each person’s happy face.
And when you talk together and the life of faith you trace,
When the time comes to go away, again we are amazed at grace.

The spiritual leaders are quick to know the state of all the sheep.
They recognize the Chief Shepherd has placed them there to keep
The lambs from straying off the path into treacherous places deep,
And they care that all are safe and fed before they go to sleep.

The deacons before they make some plans are sure of what they do.
They are aware that what is taught must be scriptural and true.
The teachings must be tested before allowing anything new;
They have carefully considered all before their talk is finally through.

A properly functioning church is beautiful to see.
Each one considers they are where the Lord wants them to be.
The gifts have a place and room to function in full entirety;
And each individual knows there is place in this church for me.