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1. Its foundation — peace. This is the bond of the Christian community. It cannot exist without concord. Divisions drive away the Spirit of God, and open the door for envy and malice.

2. Its sacredness — not with ink and pen. It is a hidden desire which can only be expressed in a manner suitable to its own nature. It may take many forms to show itself, but it cannot be fully realised without personal contact.

3. Its well-wishers — the friends greet thee. A sincere desire for the welfare of each other is a strong feature in Christian morals.

4. Its individual regard — greet the brethren by name. Each person received attention irrespective of wealth or position.

(The Weekly Pulpit.)

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KJV: I had many things to write, but I will not with ink and pen write unto thee:

WEB: I had many things to write to you, but I am unwilling to write to you with ink and pen;