WEDNESDAY January 5, 2022
Fellow Workers
Yet I considered it necessary to send to you Epaphroditus, my brother, fellow worker, and fellow soldier, but your messenger and the one who ministered to my need; since he was longing for you all, and was distressed because you had heard that he was sick.
Philippians 2:25-26
It is hard in the ministry to find someone who has the same heart to do the work of God. It is rare to see the qualities of like-mindedness in a leader’s life––one who does not take care of himself, but spends his life taking care of others. Timothy and Epaphroditus were such men; they continued to remain on the same page as Paul. Timothy was like-minded with Paul, and Epaphroditus was a faithful brother and fellow worker.
As Paul’s companions, both Timothy and Epaphroditus had proven characters and attitudes. Epaphroditus’ name in the Greek language means “lovely or charming.” Epaphroditus was so useful to Paul in the ministry, and the Apostle held him in great esteem.
Notice Epaphroditus’ strong testimony; he was: a brother, fellow worker, fellow soldier, and a messenger who ministered to the needs of Paul. Although enduring suffering himself, he came to take care of Paul’s needs. Epaphroditus brought an offering from the believers to Paul so he could support himself. Paul was so appreciative for them being very sensitive to his needs. He knew they loved the Lord, and they loved him.
Are you on the same page with your leaders in the church? Christians need to work in unity in the ministry, to be sensitive to the needs of others, and to help support the weak. How we need to empty ourselves and seek the things of Christ!
“I [Paul] have shown you in every way, by laboring like this, that you must support the weak. And remember the words of the Lord Jesus, that He said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’ ”
~Acts 20:35~
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