Being part of a family means belonging to a group of people who are deeply connected, and it goes far beyond just biological or legal ties. Over the years, my kids have had several people in their lives that they have referred to as their “aunt” or “uncle,” even though they were not relatives. We use these terms because of the meaningful role they play in both our lives and our kids’ lives. It’s a truly special bond.

Similarly, as a church, we are a community and a family because of our shared identity and common bond found in Jesus. Like any other family, and as with any other relationship, this comes with the beauty and privilege of helping, supporting, and walking alongside one another in this life. On Sunday we’re going to dive further into this as we look through Galatians 6:1-5 and consider what it really means to Bear One Another’s Burdens.

Series: One Anothers

Message: 1 - Bear One Another’s Burdens

Text: Galatians 6:1-5

Patrice Charade

Harvest Alliston

July 13, 2025

As a member of the family of God, I must…

…be there (v. 1a)

Joshua 1:5b

…be careful (v. 1b)

…be loving (v. 2)

John 13:34

…be real (v. 3)

We will not grow, not deeply anyway, except by going through the painful death of being honest about our own spiritual bankruptcy. We must see and feel our utter emptiness and innate rebellion and resistance in the presence of a God whose infinitude of beauty and perfection exposes such sinfulness.

Dane C. Ortlund, Deeper

…be responsible (v. 4-5)

BEAR THE BURDENS OF OTHERS

1) Mourn with those who have lost a loved one

2) Empathize with those who are suffering or hurting

3) Come alongside someone who is struggling with recurring sin

4) Do work/chores for the elderly, weak, or sick

5) Provide for someone who is financially struggling

6) Spend time with those who are lonely

BEAR YOUR OWN LOAD

1) Pursue God – be in church, get in the Word, pray

2) Build good relationships with those around you

3) Work hard, don’t be lazy

4) Manage your time well

5) Make Jesus-centered decisions

6) Fix your attitude

7) Use your words wisely