Not all can be like Paul or Piper
Doug
Most pastors won’t have a far-reaching public ministry like the Apostle Paul or the modern-day John Piper. But we can be like Tychicus. Who? Tychicus. He’s only mentioned in a couple verses at the end of Ephesians, but look at how he is described:
So that you also may know how I am and what I am doing, Tychicus the beloved brother and faithful minister in the Lord will tell you everything. I have sent him to you for this very purpose, that you may know how we are, and that he may encourage your hearts. ~ Eph. 6:21-22
Tychicus was sent to the church at Ephesus to tell them how Paul was doing. He stands in the shadow of Paul. But I love how Paul describes him. Tychicus is a beloved brother, a faithful minister, and a humble encourager. Wouldn’t you love to be described that way?
- Beloved Brother — A brother in the Lord known by your love
- Faithful Minister — A faithful, consistent servant to your people
- Humble Encourager — A man who builds up others, not yourself
Not all can be Paul (or even Piper), but more of us can be like Tychicus–a beloved brother, faithful minister, and humble encourager.
Written by Doug Wolter - Visit Website
