We instinctively recognize the power of unity. And so we call for it.
We ask individuals to unite together for the good of our country. Our church. Our workplace.
But, the "what" we are to be united behind is often left unsaid. Because it's so obvious?
And yet, I have absolutely no idea what it is.
An assumed foundation of what America is supposed to be? An assumed design for how the local church might best function? An assumed vision for what all our colleagues are working together toward?
The problem is - I think we have very distinct visions. Wholly and mutually exclusive.
And I'm not sure a call for unity can take place until it is determined what we can all get behind, believe in and be willing to fight for.
August 9, 2012
Why We Think the World is Getting Worse and Worse, and Why We’re Wrong
There was a 50% drop in domestic violence from 1993 to 2008.*
There was a 50% drop in physical and sexual abuse against children from the early 90s to 2007.*
There has been an 85% drop in rape since 1991.*
Divorce rates have been falling for the past 25 years.*
Through information saturation and glossy screens, we now have an up-close and personal look at the depravity that exists - forgetting it has always existed.
The world is actually getting better. We just see the "worse" more clearly.
*Reason, April 2012 p. 46-47
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There was a 50% drop in physical and sexual abuse against children from the early 90s to 2007.*
There has been an 85% drop in rape since 1991.*
Divorce rates have been falling for the past 25 years.*
Through information saturation and glossy screens, we now have an up-close and personal look at the depravity that exists - forgetting it has always existed.
The world is actually getting better. We just see the "worse" more clearly.
*Reason, April 2012 p. 46-47