Theme: As those who hope to be judged on the basis of God's mercy, we should never judge one another with the unmerciful attitude of outward favoritism.

"If God forbad Israelites from marrying foreigners, why was it ok with Moses?"

Theme: The resurrection of Jesus Christ is crucial to our salvation because of the things it conquers.

Theme: Paul's farewell words reinforce to us all the glorious blessings that are now ours in Christ.