The gospel should cause us to praise and honor the Lord who has saved us.

In the 8th plague, God shows us that our testimony to our children is crucial.

Paul's greeting provides us with a glimpse into the great diversity of the Church, and the great ministry of the Church.

The unity that believers have in Christ is expressed in their commitment to the mission of Christ, their willingness to support each other in practical ways, and their devotion to prayer for each other.

Jesus is at work in the lives of believers, through His grace and mercy and through the instruments of His ministry to them.

While this text focuses on Christ’s interaction with the children who were brought to Him, it has much to teach us about the nature of His Kingdom and the hearts of the disciples.

The Church is the one body that is united, not by common interest or demographic affinity. It is brought together by the Person and Work of its Savior, Jesus Christ.

Because we have been shown mercy in Christ, we can and will show mercy to others, even those whom society casts aside.