UNITY – Azusa StreetRiders International

One of the greatest experiences of my many years of riding with the Azusa StreetRiders is the comradery. It is my opinion that the comradery we experience comes from our spiritual unity. I am of the opinion that unity is at the core of spiritual success. Simply stated, being unified means being together as one for One.

The spiritual power of unity cannot be overstated. I like what F.B. Meyer said when describing what unity produces: “lowliness in the presence of another’s excellence; meekness in suffering injury; long-suffering under provocation; forbearance toward the trying mistakes and failures of others.”

However, this does not happen without great effort and diligence. In his writings to the believers at Corinth notice how the Apostle Paul flexes his muscles when writing about unity:

“I appeal to you, dear brothers and sisters, by the authority of our Lord Jesus Christ, to live in harmony with each other. Let there be no divisions in the church. Rather, be of one mind, united in thought and purpose. (1 Corinthians 1:10 nlt)

The phrase “live in harmony” has its connection in musical vernacular, meaning the combination of simultaneously sounded musical notes to produce chords and chord progressions creating a pleasing effect.

Each of us when sounded are different notes, yet when we work together under the master’s careful guidance, He creates a symphonic effect all around us. Each of us have diverse qualities and abilities and when we bring these together in thought and purpose the kingdom of God is multiplied.

When we bring our individual gifts and resources together it is not only notice by others, it is celebrated. The synergistic effect of our unity is incomparable in the world of motorcycles and M/C culture. May Christ continue to bring us together more and more as we see His coming approaches.

I leave you with a final challenge from the Apostle Paul that I want to put to practice in my daily walk. “Endeavoring (with diligent effort) to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.” (Ephesians 4:3)

!Vaya con Dios!

Jeff Keck,
ASR Vice President