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What does receiving a little one mean in the context of this sermon?

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Receiving a little one is synonymous with receiving Christ, as they are inseparably linked.

In the sermon, John Chapman emphasizes that to receive one of the little ones is to receive Christ Himself. This reflects the intimate connection between Christ and His followers, illustrating that how we treat fellow believers—His little ones—directly correlates to how we respond to Him. There is a profound oneness in this relationship; mistreating a little one equates to offending Christ (Matthew 18:5). Thus, the duty of believers is not only to care for one another but to respect and love each other as extensions of Christ, reinforcing the doctrine of the communal nature of salvation.
Scripture References: Matthew 18:5, Matthew 18:6

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