The book of Philippians is written while Paul is in prison. While there, he writes his thanks and appreciation to the four Philippians: Timothy, Epaphroditus, Euodia, and Syntyche. He gives thanks to each of them and expresses his deep appreciation of their love for Christ and their sharings of support to Paul’s ministry. In Philippians 2:21 Paul speaks upon the ones who only look out for the interest of themselves, but not of Christ first. While on the other hand Timothy as Paul states, “But you know his proven character, that as a son with his father he served with me in the gospel.” (Philippians 2:22). Timothy is loyal and faithful, as well as proved who he truly is to Paul and honors him.
Epaphroditus a faithful brother, fellow worker, and fellow soldier according to Paul (Philippians 2:25) was to be sent out by him. However, Epaphroditus was ill and almost died but, God had mercy on him and blessed him to live. After he was healed Paul sent him back for the people to rejoice on his healing and for them to honor his great works he had done. Even though Epaphroditus was ill he still served Paul and worshipped God with all the strength he had left in him, Paul honors that faith and courage Epaphroditus had even during tough times. …show more content…
Paul gives them thanks for solving that issue and focused more on keeping unity within the church instead of division. In Philippians 4:6-7 Paul gives advice on prayer to solve situations, “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus”. Paul wants us to be like-minded with Christ and to let go any unforgiveness and give it to the
Epaphroditus a faithful brother, fellow worker, and fellow soldier according to Paul (Philippians 2:25) was to be sent out by him. However, Epaphroditus was ill and almost died but, God had mercy on him and blessed him to live. After he was healed Paul sent him back for the people to rejoice on his healing and for them to honor his great works he had done. Even though Epaphroditus was ill he still served Paul and worshipped God with all the strength he had left in him, Paul honors that faith and courage Epaphroditus had even during tough times. …show more content…
Paul gives them thanks for solving that issue and focused more on keeping unity within the church instead of division. In Philippians 4:6-7 Paul gives advice on prayer to solve situations, “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus”. Paul wants us to be like-minded with Christ and to let go any unforgiveness and give it to the