Church Quote by Aiden Wilson Tozer
“The constantly recurring question must be: What shall we unite with and from what shall we separate? The question of coexistence does not enter here, but the question of union and fellowship does. The wheat grows in the same field as the tares, but shall the two cross-pollinate? The sheep graze near the goats, but shall they seek to interbreed? The unjust and the just enjoy the same rain and sunshine, but shall they forget their deep moral differences and intermarry? ... The Spirit-illuminated church will have none of this”
About This Quote
True fellowship requires distinguishing moral differences rather than merging all into a single, homogeneous community.
In simple terms: Union respects moral boundaries.
Key Takeaway
Selective unity preserves ethical integrity.
Themes
theology
ethics
community
Mood
solemn
reflective
Type
theological
ethical
When to use this quote
- interfaith dialogues
- church governance
- social movements
Key Concepts
moral discernment
spiritual purity
Practical Applications
- define core moral criteria before forming alliances
- educate members on doctrinal distinctions
Questions to Reflect On
- How can communities balance unity with moral distinctiveness?
- What are the risks of over‑segregating believers?
A Different Perspective
Rigid separation can foster exclusion and hinder compassionate outreach.
![“T]he church is not a place. It's not a building. It's not a preaching point. It's not a spiritual service provider. It's a people - the new covenant, blood-bought people of God. That's why Paul said, 'Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her' (Eph. 5:25). He didn't give himself up for a…” quote by Mark Dever](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/7a4/mark-dever-3175_blood_t-he-church-is-not-a-place-it-s-not-a-bu_3297.jpg)
