Table Talk | September 27-28

Kyle Patrick   -   September 30, 2025

 

Key Takeaways:

  1. The gospel unites us vertically with God and horizontally with each other.
  2. Jesus tore down the dividing wall of hostility between different groups of people.
  3. Our identity in Christ supersedes all other labels or differences.
  4. Unity in the church is already given by the Spirit, but we must make every effort to maintain it.

Discussion Questions:

  1. How does understanding that we are all “children of God through faith” (Galatians 3:26) change the way we view and interact with fellow believers who are different from us?
  2. Pastor Todd mentioned that we shouldn’t “rebuild what Jesus destroyed.” In what ways might we be tempted to recreate divisions within the church?
  3. How can we balance celebrating our diversity while maintaining our unity in Christ? Why is this important for our witness to the world?
  4. Reflect on Ephesians 4:3 – “Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.” What practical steps can we take to maintain unity in our church family, especially during times of disagreement?
  5. How might our response to current events or controversial issues impact our unity as a church? How can we disagree respectfully while still prioritizing our bond in Christ?

Practical Applications:

  1. “Bless, don’t blast” challenge: This week, replace one reactive post or text about a disagreement with a peacemaking prayer and a listening conversation.
  2. Identify one brother or sister in Christ who is different from you (in background, perspective, etc.). Make an effort to connect with them and find common ground in your shared faith.
  3. Reflect on any labels or prejudices you might hold against other believers. Pray for God to help you see them first and foremost as family in Christ.
  4. If there’s tension or division in any of your church relationships, take initiative this week to pursue peace and understanding.

Closing Prayer:

Closing Prayer: Thank God for the unity we have in Christ despite our differences. Ask for His help in maintaining that unity and for it to be a powerful witness to the world around us.