20th July 2026

One in Christ

“There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free,

there is neither male nor female; for you are all one in Christ Jesus.

Galatians 3:28

Today's Bible Reading: Galatians 3:23-29.

In the first century, Jews stuck with Jews, Greeks with Greeks, and the rich and poor never mixed. And yet, in Romans 16: 1-16, Paul could describe the church in Rome as including Priscilla and Aquila (Jewish), Epenetus (Greek), Phoebe (a “benefactor of many,” so probably wealthy) and Philologus (a name common for slaves). What had brought such different people together? Christ Jesus—in whom there is “neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free” (Galatians 3:28). The Gospel had broken down every barrier and made them one family in Him. “For He Himself is our peace, who has made both one, and has broken down the middle wall of separation.” (Ephesians 2:14).

Prayer: Lord Jesus, I praise You for working to bring our fractured world together. Help me to do my part for You. Amen.