The unity of the Spirit is something already made by the Spirit which we have to maintain or observe. It is not merely that we are to have feelings of love towards our fellow-Christians. This might be in a thousand different bodies, but if ever so well heeded, this would not be keeping "the unity of the Spirit." What is meant then? The unity of the Holy Spirit, which is already formed, embraces all the members of Christ. And where are the members of Christ to be found? In one sense, thank God, everywhere; in another, alas! anywhere. Wherever Christ is preached and souls have received Him, there are His members. And what have we to do? Diligently to maintain the unity that embraces everyone belonging to Christ-"in the bond of peace."
The flesh is anxious and restless; a peaceful spirit is the fruit of the Holy Spirit and mightily contributes to the binding together of hearts in practice. [12]