# 1 Corinthians 01 #soap ## Title: Harmony Not Unison ## Scripture: (1 Corinthians 1:10) “I urge you, brothers and sisters, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, to agree together, to end your divisions, and to be united by the same mind and purpose.” (NET) ## Observation: When I led a choir, I did not like it when the entire group sang in unison. I preferred harmony. Here is why. Unison- - You can detect errors more. (Most people do not have perfect pitch.) - Not everyone can do it well. - It’s bland. - It can create a monotone if the notes do not vary enough. Harmony- - Beautiful sound. - Hides slight imperfections in tone and pitch. (We’re still singing the same song. We just don’t all have to be pro-level singers.) - Wows the audience. These are great reasons to not try to be in unison but to live in harmony. ## Application: Strive for harmony. Unity within diversity. ## Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, for helping us love people at whatever level of spiritual growth they are at.