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Scripture Reading: Colossians 4:7–18
Opening prayer
Introduction
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Exposition 1 (7-9)
Tychicus is also mentioned in Ephesians 6 for the same purpose as here.
First mentioned… Acts 20:4
From the province of Asia
He traveled to Jerusalem with Paul to deliver the collection
Also mentioned in Titus 3 and 2 Timothy 4, both times where Paul is sending him to various locations (also, Ephesians as already mentioned)
It is clear from Scripture that he we a fellow minister who traveled much with or for Paul
Paul describes Tychicus as a beloved brother and faithful minister and fellow servant in the Lord.
Paul then tells them that he sent Tychicus for a specific purpose...
vs.8 that you may know how we are and that he may encourage your hearts (the repeats the beginning of vs 7)
Paul is clearly emphasizing that Tychicus speaks with Paul’s Apostolic permission.
Onesimus is the slave in question in the book of Philemon...
Paul says he is one of you meaning he is a Colossian.
He may have, in his pre-converted life be somewhat infamous among the Colossian believers
Here Paul does not call him a fellow servant or minister but rather a faithful and beloved brother.
He comes along with Tychicus to serve as witness as well as submit to Philemon’s decision
I. Cooperation in ministry is facilitated by exchange of information
Exposition 2 (10-15)
Three Jewish Christians and 3 Gentile send their greetings
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Aristarchus
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Jesus who is called justice
Gentile
Epaphras - their pastor - prays for them that they will stand mature and fully assured in all the will of God.
This is a pastor’s prayer.
it is also a good model prayer for your church, your children, and any believers that you have a discipleship relationship with.
Luke
Demas
Paul gives his personal greetings
II.
Cooperation in ministry requires cooperation in ministry
Exposition 3 (16-18)
III.
Ministry includes the Word and Prayer
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