To be in the Spirit’s tether means that we are joined with one another in a unique way, because all of us are bound by a loyalty and love that is greater than any one of us individually. There is a beautiful Communion anthem which describes the evolving process.

Draw us in the Spirit’s tether; for when humbly in thy name, two or three are met together, Thou art in the midst of them: Alleluya! TOUCH WE NOW THY GARMENT’S HEM.

As the brethren used to gather in the name of Christ to sup, then with thanks to God the Father break the bread and bless the cup, Alleluya! SO KNIT THOU OUR FRIENDSHIP UP.

All our meals and all our living make as sacraments of thee, that by caring, helping, giving, we may trite disciples be. Alleluya! WE WILL SERVE THEE FAITHFULLY.

That’s what Paul was writing about in our…