Paul, 

called as an apostle of Christ Jesus by God's will, 

and Sosthenes our brother:

1 Corinthians 1:1 CSB

How many times have we read this and never wondered about Sosthenes?

Yes Paul is giving his audience his short introduction, his authority in writing this letter, but he's also happy to share co-authorship with Sosthenes. 

It took so little to include this person.

Paul had all the authority and could've carried on with his letter without mentioning Sosthenes at all, but didn't. A small act of inclusion and care.

How often do I miss the opportunity to do that?

Miss the opportunity to greet someone, to include someone, to invite someone in, or to give them credit or recognition?

"Lord today help me to keep my eyes and my heart open to those around me. 

Help me to see people as you do and not miss an opportunity to include, to invite, to give credit or to thank as I go about my day. 

Amen"

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