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We all need to be appreciated
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We all need to be appreciated
Colossians 4:10–18
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There was a Baptist preacher who just finished his sermon for the day and proceeded toward the back of the church for his usual greetings and handshaking. After shaking a few hands he came upon the seven year old son of one of the Deacons. “Good morning, yo … More
It was customary in Paul’s day to close each letter with personal greetings. Paul’s greetings conveyed his spiritual concern for his friends. In these last eight verses Paul winds up the letter with his own personal greetings and includes the greetings of six of his co-workers. These associates were:
- Aristarchus (v. 10) - One of Paul’s traveling companions from Macedonia (Acts 19:29). He stayed with Paul regardless of the circumstances.
- John Mark (v. 10) - A nephew of Barnabas and the one who went with Paul and Barnabas on their first missionary journey and turned back when the going got tough (Acts 13:5-13).
- Jesus (Justus) (v. 11) - Jewish believer who served with Paul but nothing is said about him.
- Epaphras (vv. 12-13) - The man who founded the church in Colosse (a “home missionary").
- Luke (v. 14) - A Gentile doctor who remained loyal to Paul even when others forsook him. He was also the one chosen by God to write the book of Luke and the book of Acts.
- Demas (v. 14) - Mentioned three times in Paul’s letter. At first it seems that he was faithful to the ministry but later deserted Paul when “this present world” became too appealing.
Paul then added greetings to two church assemblies, with a special word to one of the pastors. Give my greetings to the followers at Laodicea, especially to Nympha and the church that meets in her home (v. 15). After this letter has been read to your people, be sure to have it read in the church at Laodicea (v. 16). Remind Archippus to do God’s work (v. 17). Remember to pray for me (v. 18).Application
I need to let people know that I am thinking of them and that they are appreciated.
Colossians 4:10-18 (English Standard Version)
Aristarchus my fellow prisoner greets you, and Mark the cousin of Barnabas (concerning whom you have received instructions--if he comes to you, welcome him), and Jesus who is called Justus. These are the only men of the circumcision among my fellow workers for the kingdom of God, and they have been a comfort to me. Epaphras, who is one of you, a servant of Christ Jesus, greets you, always struggling on your behalf in his prayers, that you may stand mature and fully assured in all the will of God. For I bear him witness that he has worked hard for you and for those in Laodicea and in Hierapolis. Luke the beloved physician greets you, as does Demas. Give my greetings to the brothers at Laodicea, and to Nympha and the church in her house. And when this letter has been read among you, have it also read in the church of the Laodiceans; and see that you also read the letter from Laodicea. And say to Archippus, "See that you fulfill the ministry that you have received in the Lord." I, Paul, write this greeting with my own hand. Remember my chains. Grace be with you.
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