One Another
Teachers
Lesson Summary
The class examined the series of “one another” commands found throughout the New Testament, emphasizing that these are imperatives from the Holy Spirit rather than optional suggestions. Beginning with the concept of believers as members of one another, the teacher used the body analogy to illustrate that every part of the church is essential, much like a hidden organ such as the pancreas, whose failure can threaten the whole. The discussion then moved to the command to love one another, referencing John 13:34‑35 and highlighting the sacrificial, self‑free love modeled by Jesus, as further explained through Philippians 2:6. The session’s focus shifted to the more demanding command to admonish one another, using Colossians 3:16 as the primary text. The teacher defined admonishment as a loving warning or correction aimed at building up the body, citing biblical examples from Isaiah, Paul’s letters, and Revelation’s letters to the churches. Real‑world illustrations, including a story about a driver resisting police authority, were used to illustrate modern resistance to correction. The class concluded by encouraging believers to embrace humility, accept godly admonishment, and fulfill the “one another” commands as a tangible witness of Christ’s love.
Key Scriptures
A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another, even as I have loved you, that you also love one another. By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.
Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with thankfulness in your hearts to God.