Each apostolic teacher offered their own unique perspective on the gospel, with Peter and James Zebedee holding the most influence. [1]
Jesus prayed for unity among his followers, not uniformity, as sin stagnates while righteousness inspires individual creativity and communion with the divine spirits. [2]
The security of a religious group is based on spiritual unity, not theological uniformity, allowing for individual expression of personal beliefs within the community. [3] The unity of true worship in the spirit of all men is forever true, while the uniformity of creeds remains unattainable. [4]
The religions of authority require uniformity in belief, but the religion of the spirit calls for unity of experience and insight, allowing for diversity of belief and intellectual views. [5]
Jesus deplored dogmatization and standardization of beliefs and traditions among his followers. [6] Progress demands development of individuality; mediocrity seeks perpetuation in standardization. [7] Uniformity in religion, government, and society contributed to the decline of the Roman Empire. [8]