This week for the blog, I'm simply going to ask you to meditate on some repetition. Every single one of Paul's letters includes a statement that is either word for word repeated, or a very close variation written. Every statement includes the Father and the Son. Every Statement mentions grace and peace. Is this repetition Paul's version of a polite platitude, or is this statement a reminder of an utmost important truth that the church should stop and ponder every single time we read one of Paul's letters? Why don't you spend some time prayerfully meditating on it this week. I wonder how the Holy Spirit might encourage your soul. (Perhaps you could share some thoughts in the comments section below).

Romans 1:7 To all those in Rome who are loved by God and called to be saints: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

1 Corinthians 1:3 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

2 Corinthians 1:2 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

Galatians 1:3 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ,

Ephesians 1:2 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

Philippians 1:2 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

Colossians 1:2 To the saints and faithful brothers in Christ at Colossae: Grace to you and peace from God our Father. (Note that this variation still specifically mentions being in Christ and the Father).

1 Thessalonians 1:1 Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace.

2 Thessalonians 1:1-2 Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: 2 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

1 Timothy 1:2 To Timothy, my true child in the faith: Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.

2 Timothy 1:2 To Timothy, my beloved child: Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.

Titus 1:4 To Titus, my true child in a common faith: Grace and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Savior.

Philemon 1:3 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.