We all feel it right now. Division seems to be everywhere. Conversations get tense, relationships feel strained, and even small disagreements can quickly turn into something bigger. But what if the church was meant to be different? This weekend, we’re diving into Galatians 3 to see how the Gospel gives us a deeper identity that cuts through division. We will explore what it really means to be in Christ, how God’s grace brings unity, and how that same grace drives out fear - fear of judgment, fear of rejection, even fear of one another. Come hear how being rooted in Christ changes the way we live, relate, and love in a divided world.

Galatians 3:26-29

26 for in Christ Jesus you are all sons of God, through faith. 27 For as many of you as were baptized into Christ have put on Christ. 28 There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus. 29 And if you are Christ's, then you are Abraham's offspring, heirs according to promise.

For Adult Homes and Groups

1. What is something small you strongly disagree with others about that doesn’t really matter?

2. How has pride or identity in something other than Christ shaped the way you view others?

3. How does knowing your identity is secure in Christ change how you view yourself and others?

4. How can you practice staying present in a difficult conversation this week?

For Families with Kids

1. Read Galatians 3:26-29 together.

2. In v26, how do we become children of God? Is it by being perfect, or by something else? When we disagree, does it help to remember that we are all loved children of the same Father?

3. From v27, what does it mean to “clothe yourselves with Christ”? If we are wearing Jesus like a coat, what should other people see when they look at us during an argument (e.g., love, patience, gentleness)?

4. Paul says there is “neither Jew nor Gentile... male nor female,” but we are all one. What are some things that make us feel different from each other (age, interests, personality)? How can God’s grace help us agree to disagree about small things (what to play, what to eat) while staying united in big things (loving God)?

5. Draw a picture of a bridge. When someone is angry or disagrees strongly, what are “bridge-building” words (grace, forgiveness, “let’s try this”) compared to “barrier-making” words (shouting, demanding, “no”)?