A Tri-Perspectival Approach to Unity

The Biblical layer takes precedence over other kinds of unity.

When people speak of unity (Jn. 17), we must be cautious to avoid naive alliances that look good on a resume but actually amount to subtle compromises. We must also prevent alliances that practically amount to isolation and unnecessary divisions.

We need a multi-layered understanding of unity.

There are perspectives on unity. While some forms of unity can coexist, they must first stand alone.

Three Perspectives

I argue for three layers:

Biblicical layer (BL): Theological

Historical layer (HL): Political

Experiential layer (EL): Leisure