A Divided House

I am no economist.
But it seems that the present collapse in the 'Markets' is because the governments and banks of the world cannot agree on how to solve the muddle of debt. The divisions between Europe, the US and the rest play havoc with confidence. It seems like we are discussing the latest trivial issue while the Titanic is going down.
In a very different context, Jesus spoke about the dangers of disunity. 'A kingdom divided by civil war will collapse. Similarly, a family splintered by feuding will fall apart.' (Mark 3.24-25)
Unity comes when people can be focused on a common task, and with a shared aim. While aims are muddled, people will be disunited. My mind goes back to the leadership of Winston Churchill in war-ravaged Britain. It would be great if today's meeting in Washington could bring that unity of purpose and action.
But Jesus was actually talking of his superior power over the forces of evil. 'And if Satan is divided and fights against himself, how can he stand? He would never survive. Let me illustrate this further. Who is powerful enough to enter the house of a strong man like Satan and plunder his goods? Only someone even stronger—someone who could tie him up and then plunder his house.' (Mark 3.26-27)
Whatever struggles we may face today, we can know that Jesus is the 'Stronger than the Strong', who has supreme power and authority, demonstrated by his death & resurrection.
I am very thankful for the great unity and collaboration which Christians and churches in Woking share in many areas of mission & ministry. We are so much stronger together that apart.
Best wishes,
Richard