Epaphras: Founder, Pastor, Prisoner, Greeter: Philemon 23–25, Part 1

Summary

The sermon explores the closing verses of Paul's letter to Philemon, focusing on greetings from fellow believers like Epaphras, Mark, Aristarchus, Demas, and Luke. It highlights that Epaphras likely founded the church in Colossae, which met in Philemon's house, connecting Philemon's ministry to the wider Christian community and the church in Colossae. The practical takeaway is to understand the implications of our relationships within the church and how we extend greetings and encourage one another.