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I. THE UNITY OF THE CHURCH OF CHRIST.

1. All the churches are united by common bonds.

2. Should maintain a friendly intercourse.

II. THE INTEREST WHICH INDIVIDUALS SHOULD FEEL FOR THE SPIRITUAL WELL-BEING OF THOSE AT A DISTANCE. It should be —

1. Heartfelt.

2. Prayerful.

III. THE UNIVERSAL BROTHERHOOD OF CHRISTIANS and its fitting expression.

IV. THE LOVING RELATION BETWEEN MINISTER AND PEOPLE. Christian greetings: —

I. FROM AND TO WHOM?

1. Individuals.

2. Households.

3. Churches.

II. OF WHAT KIND?

1. Fraternal.

2. Cordial.

3. Mutual.

III. UPON WHAT BASIS?

1. Not upon that of mere courtesy, common interests, or expediency.

2. But "in the Lord."

(1)  In fulfilment of His command.

(2)  In imitation of His conduct.

(3)  Under the influence of His Spirit.

(Prof. J. R. Thomson.)

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KJV: The churches of Asia salute you. Aquila and Priscilla salute you much in the Lord, with the church that is in their house.

WEB: The assemblies of Asia greet you. Aquila and Priscilla greet you much in the Lord, together with the assembly that is in their house.