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As a means of advertising their presence in a community, one church had key chains made. Inscribed on the tag was the church's name and a heart with a cross on it. Above the heart were the words, "you are the key to our success!" Like Paul, we can find many creative ways to say to our friends and to God in prayer, I give thanks to God -- especially for you! The gift of community in Christ links us together spiritually, bringing both responsibilities and the privilege of communion with one another. Paul knew that his gift has eternal ramifications; our fellowship with one another and in Christ has infinite worth. Charles Peguy writes in one of his poems, "We must arrive together at the good Lord's. We must not go looking for the good Lord the ones without the others. We must all go back together to our father's house."
