Philippians 2:25

The Passion Translation

But for now, I feel a stirring in my heart to send Epaphroditus back to you immediately. He’s a friend to me and a wonderful brother and fellow soldier who has worked with me as we serve as ministers of the gospel. And you sent him as your apostle to minister to me in my need.

Cross References

Proverbs 25:13

A reliable, trustworthy messenger refreshes the heart of his master, like a gentle snowfall at harvest time.

John 13:16

I speak to you timeless truth: a servant is not superior to his master, and an apostle is never greater than the one who sent him.

John 17:18

I have commissioned them to represent me just as you commissioned me to represent you.

Romans 16:3

Give my love to Prisca and Aquila, my partners in ministry serving the Anointed One, Jesus,

Romans 16:9

And give my loving greetings to Urbanus, our partner in ministry serving the Anointed One, and also to Stachus, whom I love.

1 Corinthians 3:9

We are coworkers with God and you are God’s cultivated garden, the house he is building.

2 Corinthians 2:13

Still, I had no peace of mind, because I couldn’t find my dear brother Titus anywhere. So after saying goodbye to the believers, I set out for Macedonia to look for him.

Philippians 2:26

But now he is grieved to know that you found out he had been sick, so he longs to return and comfort you in this.

Philippians 4:18

I now have all I need—more than enough—I’m abundantly satisfied! For I’ve received the gift you sent by Epaphroditus and viewed it as a sweet sacrifice, perfumed with the fragrance of your faithfulness, which is so pleasing to God!

Philippians 4:3

I would like my dear friend and burden-bearer to help resolve this issue, for both women have diligently labored with me for the prize and helped in spreading the revelation of the gospel, along with Clement and the rest of my coworkers. All of their names are written in the Book of Life.

Colossians 1:7

Our beloved coworker, Epaphras, was there from the beginning to thoroughly teach you the astonishing revelation of the gospel, and he serves you faithfully as Christ’s representative.

1 Thessalonians 3:2

and send Timothy in our place. He is our beloved brother and coworker with God in preaching the gospel. We knew he would strengthen your faith and encourage your hearts

Philemon 1:24

and so does Mark, Aristarchus, Demas, and Luke, my companions in this ministry.

Hebrews 3:1

And so, dear brothers and sisters, you are now made holy, and each of you is invited to the feast of your heavenly calling. So fasten your thoughts fully onto Jesus, whom we embrace as our Apostle and King-Priest.