From the New Testament perspective: 'Connect VS Bond VS Unite VS Coordinate VS Accompany VS Combine'

 

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
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