Devotion

Finding God's Harmony

Psalm 133:1 reads "How good and pleasant it is when God's people live together in unity!"

As we celebrate Harmony Day, we're reminded of God's beautiful design for humanity - that we would live together in peace, celebrating our differences while recognising our shared creation in His image.

The early church modelled this harmony beautifully. In Acts, we read how believers from different backgrounds, cultures, and languages came together as one body in Christ. Despite their differences, they were united by something greater - their faith in Jesus.

Harmony doesn't mean sameness. Just as a beautiful piece of music requires different notes playing together, God's kingdom thrives when diverse voices unite in worship. Each person brings unique gifts, perspectives, and experiences that enrich the whole body of Christ. Jesus himself prayed for our unity in John 17:20-21: "I pray also for those who will believe in me through their message, that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you." This unity doesn't erase our cultural identities but rather celebrates them as reflections of God's creativity.

It is a great opportunity for us to reflect on thep laces in our lives where God is calling us to be an instrument of harmony and to consider how we might  reach across divisions to show Christ's love to others.

Heavenly Father, thank You for creating a world rich in diversity. Help us to see each person we encounter as made in Your image. Give us hearts that seek harmony, not discord; unity, not division. May we be peacemakers who reflect Your love to a world hungry for genuine community. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Blessings!

Will Wallace

Principal