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Adventistische Schriften über: "What was the task of Paul's companions and what did they deliver to the Colossians?"
Answer
Paul's companions were tasked with supporting and comforting him during his imprisonment in Rome. Some, like Aristarchus, voluntarily became his “fellow prisoners” to stand by him in his suffering, while others, such as Tychicus, served as faithful servants and co‑workers in the work of the gospel.
Tychicus was sent by Paul to deliver letters to various churches in Asia Minor—including the letter to the Colossians. Epaphras, on the other hand, brought Paul news about the faith and love of the Colossians.
The Task of the Companions with Paul
»Luke, “the beloved physician,” who had accompanied him on the journey to Jerusalem, through the two years of imprisonment in Caesarea, and on his perilous journey to Rome, was still with him. Timothy also served as his comfort. Tychicus, “a beloved brother and faithful servant and fellow worker in the Lord,” stood bravely beside the apostle. Demas and Mark were also with him. Aristarchus and Epaphras were his “fellow prisoners.”«
Tychicus as the Bearer of the Letters
»Since he was sending Tychicus with letters to various churches in Asia Minor, he also sent Onesimus with him.«
Epaphras Brings News About the Colossians
»In his letter to “the holy and faithful brothers in Christ at Colossae,” which he wrote during his imprisonment in Rome, Paul mentions his joy over their steadfastness in faith, news of which was brought to him by Epaphras, who, as the apostle wrote, “has announced to us your love in the Spirit.”«
- Tychicus letter‑carrier Paul
- Epaphras Colossians church founder
- Companions Paul Rome imprisonment
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