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Those who are Christians are all one in Christ. Galatians 3:28 says, “There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.” See everyone as equal and united in Christ, regardless of background or status. The church is not divided, but human systems often try to divide us.

Serve others in love. “You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love.” (Galatians 5:13) You should see others as those whom you are called to serve and help in love.

Encourage and build other Christians up. 1 Thessalonians 5:11 says, “Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.” Even when you are with ungodly people, let God speak His words of wisdom and comfort through you. See others as people you support and encourage in their walk with God.

Forgive others as God forgave us: One other thing: you are called to view others with mercy and forgiveness, following God’s example of grace. “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” (Ephesians 4:32) That doesn’t mean you should tell people it’s OK for them to sin. You will often be with people who have their lives inside-out and backward. They get mixed up, and that hurts them. Often, these people think they are right, and they are self-righteous. You need to be in the presence of the Holy Spirit when you talk to them, and the Holy Spirit will give you the words to say. Most people won’t listen to you until they come to a point where they open up their minds.

Ask God to answer these questions.

1. What does it mean to be one in Christ?
2. Why does the Bible say there is no Jew or Gentile in Christ?
3. What does it mean for you to serve others in love since God is love?
4. What does it mean for you to encourage someone?
5. How can you build someone up in their faith?

Bonus questions:

1. Why should you forgive others?
2. How did God forgive you and still be faithful and just?
3. What does it mean that you should forgive others like God forgave you?
4. Since God is love, how can you serve people in love?
5. What should you do when someone doesn’t listen to you?

1. Pray for the Lord to protect you and keep you in His presence and His presence only.
2. Direct your mind toward the Lord only.
3. Ask God what He want’s to talk about.
4. You can ask God any questions. In all of this, be led by the Holy Spirit. God promises that He will answer you if you ask Him.
5. Do not edit or change what God says even if you don’t understand it.
6. Reject the lies and receive the truth.
7. Take notes.
8. Transfer your notes to your journal without editing what God said to you.

Keep in mind that God doesn’t want you to ever disconnect from Him. He wants to flow through you constantly in knowledge, wisdom, and love.