“Then God said, ‘Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness…’”
— Genesis 1:26
The power of collective decision must never be underestimated — it is the driving force behind significant and lasting change. Throughout Scripture, we see that when matters concerning humanity arise, God does not act in isolation. Instead, the Godhead (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit) moves in perfect unity. This divine pattern reveals something profound: when God is about to make a move that impacts man in totality, He speaks as “Us.”
In the same way, the Church — the Body of Christ — must act in unity. Our decisions, especially those that affect destiny, growth, nations, communities and influence, must be forged in agreement. Where there is oneness, there is power. Divine moves begin with divine agreement.
Significant Places in Scripture Where Collective Decisions Were Taken
1. The Creation of Man
“Then God said, ‘Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness…’”
— Genesis 1:26
Humanity was not made in isolation. The decision to create man was deliberate and communal in heaven, revealing the importance of human life. This is widely understood to reflect divine consultation — within the Godhead (Father, Son, Holy Spirit), or among the heavenly council.
2. The Tower of Babel
“Come, let Us go down and confuse their language…”
— Genesis 11:6–7
Again, the Godhead intervened in man’s unified rebellion. Though united, their purpose was self-exalting. God acknowledged the power of human unity and acted collectively to disrupt a harmful goal. This shows how unity without divine alignment can be dangerous.
3. The New Creature: The Collective Function of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.”
— 2 Corinthians 5:17
The transformation into a new creature is a divine collaboration among the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit — each having distinct roles yet working in perfect unity.
The Father — The Initiator & Designer of the New Creation
“Blessed be the God and Father… who has blessed us… just as He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world…”
— Ephesians 1:3–4
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Chooses us before the foundation of the world (Eph. 1:4)
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Draws us to Christ (John 6:44)
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Adopts us into His family (Romans 8:15)
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Declares our identity as sons/daughters (1 John 3:1)
Function: He is the source of the new life, the planner of our redemption plan. He wills that we become like Christ.
The Son (Jesus Christ) — The Redeemer & Foundation of the New Creation
“For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive.”
— 1 Corinthians 15:22
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Takes our place in death (Romans 5:8)
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Resurrects and becomes the firstborn of the new creation (Colossians 1:18)
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Gives us righteousness (2 Corinthians 5:21)
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Lives in us as the hope of glory (Galatians 2:20, Colossians 1:27)
Function: Jesus is the foundation of the new creature. Through His death and resurrection, we are born again into His life, victory, and nature.
The Holy Spirit — The Transformer & Sustainer of the New Life
“That which is born of the Spirit is spirit.”
— John 3:6
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Regenerates us at the new birth (Titus 3:5)
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Bears witness that we are God’s children (Romans 8:16)
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Empowers us to live out the new life (Galatians 5:16–25)
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Transforms us into Christ’s image (2 Corinthians 3:18)
Function: The Spirit activates and sustains the life of the new creature. He guides, teaches, and matures us into Christlikeness.
Collective Decisions in the Church of God (Scriptures)
Throughout the New Testament, the Church of God demonstrated a consistent pattern of collective decision-making, guided by prayer, unity, and the Holy Spirit. Here are key examples:
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Choosing Matthias (Acts 1:15–26)
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Appointing the Seven (Acts 6:1–6)
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Sending Paul and Barnabas (Acts 13:1–3)
Conclusion
Collective decision-making reflects God’s own unity and power. Just as the Godhead acts in perfect harmony, the Church must also come together in agreement and prayer. True transformation and lasting impact happen when we seek God’s will united in Spirit and purpose. In unity, there is power.
