I was deeply moved as I listened to the choral group singing in unison. It seemed to be one powerful voice praising and glorifying God. Then on the chorus, the sopranos, altos, tenors, and basses sang their different parts, and the harmony was beautiful. It thrilled my soul and made their unison singing seem colorless by comparison.

Every follower of Christ "sings" a different part as together we work for the Lord. We come from various backgrounds and have different personalities and abilities. Even so, our labors together for Him can result in a beautiful harmony of service. Instead of appreciating this blend, however, some Christians demand conformity to their own methods and procedures. They want everyone to sing their way.

Although this kind of unity can produce limited results, nothing is quite as satisfying as to see different individuals, all with their own styles, talents, and identities, presenting in harmony the same theme—the love and salvation offered by the Lord Jesus Christ.

In our service for Christ, let's not worry if the people next to us aren't singing our "note." If they're in harmony with the Bible, we're in the same choir.  — Richard De Haan