Title: Unity and Cohesion in The Fellowship
Speaker: Pastor Chas Hilder
Date: 29th June 2025
Location: Adelaide, Australia
In this episode, we explore the four parables from Luke 15—the lost sheep, the lost coin, the lost son, and the upset brother. These stories illustrate how people can stray from fellowship in different ways, but also how the Lord and His church respond when they return. The speaker shares practical examples and personal stories that reflect how vital it is to actively seek the lost and to welcome them back with genuine joy.
The message continues with a reminder that our love must be sincere, without partiality or judgment. Drawing from Romans, James, and Acts, the talk highlights unity in the church, regardless of background or past decisions. Whether someone is newly saved, returning after time away, or simply in need of support, our response should be one of mercy, not criticism.
3 Key Points:
- The four parables reveal different ways people can be lost—and how we are called to respond.
- Our love for one another should be genuine, without judgment or favoritism.
- Unity in the church means embracing all who seek the Lord, regardless of their journey.