Too often believers are separated because of minor differences in doctrine. But Paul here shows those areas where Christians must agree to attain true unity. When believers have this unity of spirit, petty differences should never be allowed to dissolve that unity.

Body..................The fellowship of believers - the church
Spirit..................The Holy Spirit, who activates the fellowship
Hope..................That glorious future to which we are all called
Lord...................Christ, to whom we all belong
Faith...................Our singular commitment to Christ
Baptism...............Baptism—the sign of entry into the church
God.....................God, who is our Father who keeps us for eternity