The Greek word that Jesus used which is translated “agree” comes from the word “symphonize”. If you have ever been to a symphony, then you can appreciate the importance of agreement. At the beginning of the symphony, the orchestra warms up. This is when everyone plays on their own without considering others. The noise is atrocious. But when the conductor lifts the baton, the racket stops and all eyes are on him. Then with a gentle wave of the baton the orchestra plays such heavenly music.
What makes the difference? The orchestra is in one accord and no one is on their own. As they all play and do their part the music is lovely. On their own, the music doesn’t amount to much, but together they sound is breathtaking. We, too, need to harmonize together. Jesus said that when we do, the world would come to believe in Him (see John 17:21).
On our next post, we will look at a synonym of agreement, harmony and symphony…synergy and what God intended from this law.
I believe the greatest threat to the kingdom of darkness is the power of unity. There is nothing the devil fears more than Christians who are united. This means that his number one tactic is to bring disunity in the Church. If he can succeed, then the Church is crippled. Jesus spoke about the power of agreement in Matthew 18:19: “Again, I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by my Father in heaven.” Don’t put any limitation on this scripture. Jesus says what He means. We can receive anything if we agree about it in prayer.