From the New Testament perspective: 'Connect VS Bond VS Unite VS Coordinate VS Accompany VS Combine'
Ephesians 4:16 "From him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work."
Colossians 2:19 "… connection with the head, from whom the whole body, supported and held together by its ligaments and sinews, grows as God causes it to grow."
Term |
Description |
Explanation |
Example |
All Relevant Verses |
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Connect |
Refers to two or more parts being joined together |
Often used in the New Testament to describe the relationship between believers and Christ or among believers |
Believers connected with Christ |
Ephesians 4:16 "From him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work." |
Bond |
Indicates a tight combination, emphasizing durability more than 'connect' |
Describes the deep relationship between believers and Christ or the church |
Believers bonded with the church |
Colossians 2:19 "… connection with the head, from whom the whole body, supported and held together by its ligaments and sinews, grows as God causes it to grow." |
Unite |
Refers to multiple independent entities becoming one |
Often used to describe the unity of believers in Christ |
Believers united in Christ |
Ephesians 4:3 "Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace." |
Coordinate |
Harmonizing or coordinating different parts |
Less directly used in the New Testament, but can be understood as harmony among believers |
Mutual coordination among believers |
Romans 12:16 "Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited." |
Accompany |
Indicates acting together with others |
Describes Believers walking with Christ or with each other |
Walking with Christ |
Colossians 2:6 "So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him." |
Combine |
Multiple parts combining into a whole |
Describes the church as the body of Christ |
The church becoming the body of Christ |
1 Corinthians 12:27 "Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it." |
Please note that the use of these terms in the New Testament may overlap, and their specific meanings often depend on the context. This table provides general explanations and examples but does not cover all possible uses.
*Please refer to the 2024 Memorial Day Conference - The Christian Life, Message Two: The Grafted Life
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