Philippians 2:19-30
The apostle Paul
introduces two hidden servants and tells us to honor such men.
- I have no one like Timothy (19-23)
The aposlte Paul met
Timothy in Derbe and he won his favor. The apostle Paul was in
trouble ; he had to send someone to Philippi to explain his
situation, and it was necessary for this person to transfer the
Philippians' news to the apostle Paul. There was only Timothy for
these missions. At that moment, everyone sought his own interest and
not those of Jesus Christ (21). But Timothy had proven himself and he
was special. He was like a son with a father, and he dedicated
himself to serving the gospel. He was like one of the secular
shepherds among us who work hard, though their work is hidden.
- Honor such men (24-30)
Epaphroditus was the
one who brought gifts from the church in Phillipi to the apostle
Paul. He was near to death after having suffered for the Lord. But
God pitied him and saved him. Now, Paul has sent him back to Philippi
and exhorts the Philippians with all his heart, saying « Honor
such men ». These men didn't have high status, but they had the
heart of Christ. Do you honor such men ?
Prayer : Lord,
let me prove myself for the gospel like Timothy did ! Lord,
grant me a sacrificial spirit like Epaphroditus. Give me faith so
that I would have the heart of Christ and honor such men.
Bottom line :
Epaphroditus was found faithful
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