Text: Genesis 11:1–9, Ecclesiastes 4:9–12

Introduction:

Rev. Mado emphasizes that God’s design for His people is teamwork—working together in humility and unity to fulfill His purposes. Using the Tower of Babel (Genesis 11) as a cautionary tale, he contrasts human pride with godly collaboration, pointing to Ecclesiastes 4 as a blueprint for Kingdom-minded unity.

Key Points:

1. Humility: The Foundation of Godly Teamwork

•  Genesis 11:4 reveals humanity’s pride: “Let us build a city… to make a name for ourselves.”* Their unity was self-centered, not God-honoring.
• Proverbs 11:2 (NIV):”When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom.”
• True teamwork begins with humility—recognizing we need others and submitting to God’s vision (Philippians 2:3–4).

2. Unity That Reflects God’s Love

• God scattered the people at Babel because their unity lacked love for Him (Genesis 11:6–7).
• Psalm 133:1:”How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!”
• John 17:21 (Jesus’ prayer):”That they may all be one… so that the world may believe.”* Our unity testifies to God’s love.
• Ecclesiastes 4:12: “A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.”* Christ-centered unity is unshakeable.

3. Teamwork Multiplies Impact

• Ecclesiastes 4:9–10:”Two are better than one… If either falls, one can help the other up.”*
• 1 Corinthians 12:12–14:** The Body of Christ thrives when each member serves in harmony.
  Examples: Moses needed Aaron (Exodus 4:14–16); Paul worked with Timothy (Philippians 2:19–22).

4. God’s Dream > Our Dreams

– Babel’s team had skill but the wrong motive. God’s dream—His Kingdom—requires surrender (Proverbs 16:3).
-Acts 2:1 (Pentecost):God restored unity under His Spirit, reversing Babel’s curse.

Conclusion & Call to Action:

Rev. Mado challenges the church to reject pride, embrace humility, and pursue unity that glorifies God. When we work as a team—rooted in love and submitted to Christ—we accomplish His dream: drawing the world to Him.

Ephesians 4:3 (NIV):Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.”