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Paul here inspired by the Holy Spirit of God communicates one of the most magnificent truths ever to impact believers during the church age. We are the "body of Christ"! This body mystery had yet to be revealed to the saints in the Old Testament, and was still a very new concept to many first century converts. In the first three verses Paul uses the word "one" seven times. Whether we admit and realize it or not, true believers are connected in a supernatural way. It is this unity - this incredible love we have for one another that will demonstrate to the world that we are His disciples. In addition, we were never intended to live this life and perform all of our God-given ministry responsibilities on our own. We need each other - we are one in Christ.