From Ashes to Beauty: God’s Purpose in Our Pain

THURSDAY, 26 JUNE 2025

 

TEXT: COLOSSIANS 4:7-18

 

7: I am sending him to you for the express purpose that you may know about our circumstances and that he may encourage your hearts.

 

8: He is coming with Onesimus, our faithful and dear brother, who is one of you. They will tell you everything that is happening here.

 

9: My fellow prisoner Aristarchus sends you his greetings, as does Mark, the cousin of Barnabas. (You have received instructions about him; if he comes to you, welcome him.)

 

10: Jesus, who is called Justus, also sends greetings. These are the only Jews among my co-workers for the kingdom of God, and they have proved a comfort to me.

 

11: Epaphras, who is one of you and a servant of Christ Jesus, sends greetings. He is always wrestling in prayer for you, that you may stand firm in all the will of God, mature and fully assured.

 

12: I vouch for him that he is working hard for you and for those at Laodicea and Hierapolis.

 

13: Our dear friend Luke, the doctor, and Demas send greetings.

 

14: Give my greetings to the brothers and sisters at Laodicea, and to Nympha and the church in her house.

 

15: After this letter has been read to you, see that it is also read in the church of the Laodiceans and that you in turn read the letter from Laodicea.

 

16: Tell Archippus: “See to it that you complete the ministry you have received in the Lord.”

 

17: I, Paul, write this greeting in my own hand. Remember my chains. Grace be with you.

 

18: I, Paul, wrote this greetings in my own hand. Remember my chains. Grace be with you.

 

(New International Version Holy Bible)

 

TOPIC: APPRECIATE PEOPLE WHO MATTER IN OUR LIFE AND MINISTRY

 

Paul acknowledges those who supported his ministry, highlighting the importance of appreciating those who contribute to our success.

 

He mentions individuals such as Onesimus, Mark and Luke, giving credit for their support.

 

We should also recognize and honour those who have helped us along our life's journey.

 

QUESTION: How often do you remember to appreciate those who have contributed to your growth and success?

 

PRAYER: Grant me, dear Lord, the spirit to always appreciate those who have supported my success and growth in life and ministry, in Jesus' name. Amen. 

Remain Blessed     

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