In the early part of our history as disciples it is a fact that discourses on “Oneness in Christ” were very common. But who preaches on that subject now? In view of the mischievous work of those who advocate humanisms in the worship and work of the church that subject is seldom discussed. It is among the themes of the past. That preacher would be a bold man, indeed, who would confront the religious world and say, “Allow me to show you what unity is, and how the Bible alone will produce unity.” Rather, such a man would be reckless. What then shall we do? Simply move onward. The Sand Creek Declaration is being adopted, and those who will not do right are purged out as old leaven. In course of a few years the Church of Christ will stand entirely separated from the Christian Church. Then there will be no more fellowship between them than there now is between the Church of Christ and any other branch of sectarianism. Hallelujah!

The American Christian Review | 1892