I do not promote sectarianism because Scripture does not. The New Testament consistently calls believers to unity in Christ, grounded in the gospel, while also exercising discernment regarding false teaching. True biblical unity is not organizational uniformity, nor is it achieved by ignoring doctrinal error. Rather, it is unity among those who share a common faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and the gospel of grace.

My desire is to promote unity among evangelical Christians, brothers and sisters who hold to the authority of Scripture, salvation by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone, and the glory of God alone. At the same time, Scripture teaches that it is wise, and even necessary, to separate from false religion that undermines the gospel. Holding these truths together guards us from both compromise and unnecessary division. The motto of the Christian ought to be, “Unity Without Compromise.”

The Biblical Call to Unity Among True Believers

The Lord Jesus prayed explicitly for the unity of His people. He said in John 17:20-21, “I do not ask on behalf of these alone, but for those also who believe in Me through their word; that they may all be one; even as You, Father, are in Me and I in You, that they also may be in Us.”

This unity is spiritual and gospel-centered. The apostle Paul echoed this call, “There is one body and one Spirit, just as also you were called in one hope of your calling; one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all” (Ephesians 4:4–6).

Unity is not based on personality, tradition, or denominational labels, but on shared life in Christ. When believers divide over matters that Scripture does not treat as essential, they weaken their witness and grieve the Spirit.

Why Separation from False Religion Is Wise and Biblical

While unity is vital, Scripture also warns against doctrinal error that distorts the gospel. Not all religious systems that use Christian language proclaim the biblical Christ or the biblical way of salvation.

Paul gives a strong warning in Galatians 1:8, “But even if we, or an angel from heaven, should preach to you a gospel contrary to what we have preached to you, he is to be accursed!”

Systems such as Roman Catholic theology (with its sacramental view of justification), Jehovah’s Witness doctrine (which denies the full deity of Christ), and other Christian cults fundamentally alter the nature of the gospel or the person of Christ. These are not minor differences; they strike at the heart of salvation.

Scripture urges believers to exercise discernment. Colossians 2:8 says, “See to it that no one takes you captive through philosophy and empty deception, according to the tradition of men, according to the elementary principles of the world, rather than according to Christ.”

Separation in these cases is not arrogance or hatred; it is faithfulness to the truth and love for souls. To blur the gospel for the sake of outward unity is not biblical unity at all.

Why It Is Not Wise to Divide Over Church Labels

At the same time, it is unwise and unbiblical to separate from fellow believers over denominational distinctions such as Baptist, Gospel Hall, Presbyterian, Anglican, or Methodist. Many faithful believers in these fellowships affirm the same gospel and the same Lord.

Paul rebuked this kind of party spirit in the Corinthian church. 1 Corinthians 1:12–13 says, “Now I mean this, that each one of you is saying, ‘I am of Paul,’ and ‘I of Apollos,’ and ‘I of Cephas,’ and ‘I of Christ.’ Has Christ been divided?”

Denominational structures often reflect differences in church governance, historical development, or ministry emphasis, not different gospels. To elevate these distinctions to the level of separation is to go beyond what Scripture requires.

Secondary Issues Should Not Divide Christians

Christians should not divide over secondary issues. The division should be over matters such as the deity of Christ, salvation and other fundamental doctrines. Scripture calls believers to humility and charity in such areas. Romans 14:1 says, “Now accept the one who is weak in faith, but not for the purpose of passing judgment on his opinions.”

Examples of secondary issues include:

• Form of church government.
• Style of worship.
• Use of musical instruments in worship.
• Frequency of communion

Paul provides the guiding principle in Romans 14:19, “So then let us pursue the things which make for peace and the building up of one another.” When secondary matters become grounds for separation, the result is pride, fragmentation, and a distorted testimony to the watching world.

Closing Remarks: Truth with Love, Unity with Discernment

I do not promote sectarianism because Scripture calls believers to something better: unity rooted in truth, and discernment exercised in love. We must stand firmly against false religion that corrupts the gospel, while refusing to fracture Christ’s body over non-essential differences.

As Paul exhorts in Ephesians 4:15, “Speaking the truth in love, we are to grow up in all aspects into Him who is the head, even Christ.”  May evangelical Christians be known not for endless division, but for gospel faithfulness, biblical clarity, and a unity that magnifies Christ to the glory of God.