After the tragic event of September 11th we often heard the question “Where was God?” or “Why did God allow this to happen?” The believer knows that God is still on His eternal throne, that He is sovereign, and nothing happens apart from His...
“Whose I am, and whom I serve” It would hardly be proper to conclude these notes about Paul’s companions and helpers without speaking of that One who was the best companion of all, and that was his Lord and Saviour. Some might feel we should have...
“As a son with the father, he hath served with me in the gospel” In getting acquainted with Paul’s fellow-workers, his close companions in the work of the Lord, we certainly cannot omit the one who was perhaps nearer and dearer to him than all...
“My brother, and companion in labour, and fellowsoldier” As we consider these associates of Paul and learn of their ardent and unselfish service we cannot help but fall in love with them. In our hasty reading of the Scriptures these folk may at times be...
“My partner and fellowhelper” In thinking about the companions of Paul we need to ask just what is meant by the term “companion.” It means more that just being a mere friend. The term “friend” is sometimes used rather loosely. We...
“Who have for my life laid down their own necks” In these studies of Paul and his companions we certainly cannot overlook the lovely husband and wife team of Aquila and Priscilla. Their initial meeting with Paul is described in Acts 18:1-3. “After...
