In Acts, we see the early church described as being in "one accord" frequently at the beginning of the account. But persecutions arose, then disputes and debates developed within the church as people started splitting off and teaching new things. Paul and other apostles began writing letters at this time, urging people to believe and teach the same thing. Though a church in full agreement seems near impossible now, we should still strive to obey God, stir up His holy spirit inside us, and do our part to be a church of one accord.

Len Martin

Pastor, United Church of God

Len Martin is the pastor of the United Church of God congregations in Cambridge, Columbus, and Mansfield, Ohio. Ordained in 1999, Len has previously served congregations in Worcester, Massachusetts, Seabrook, New Hampshire, Ann Arbor & Lansing, Michigan and Dayton, Ohio. Len also serves as Camp Director for Pre-teen Camp Buckeye.