Theme: God blesses and uses those who remain faithful to Him in unfaithful times.

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

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.

Theme: In times of trial, all believers can rejoice if they glory in their unfading riches in Christ.

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