Being able to synthesize in such a way that harmony can be the outcome is among the many things the Apostle Paul does well. The often-pesky church at Corinth desperately needed such a skill, written and practiced in charity. To follow his inspired advice comes as a gift to all of us, 2,000 years ago or today.

The individualistic Christianity, largely the work of Protestants, has been and is both a bane and balm, for us. To do our own thing is commendable and perhaps essential but it can prove utterly destructive to those who cannot comprehend the diversity found in our faith. Think what great problems we have solved and yet left unsolved!

We are to look out for others, especially if we are more mature in the faith. However, this can be an open door to tragedy, unless we remember to keep …