He had learned from his mentor the value of a soul and the uniqueness of the Lord people. He was able to be counted to do what was right in this situation for these people. His faith was unfeigned, and his love was genuine. His thought about things and people in the same way Paul did, and he also had the mind of Christ. He was an example of those who shine as lights in the world. Each one was a very different person and so was Epaphroditus. Yet each was a servant of God and each one showed divine light in their own calling and way.
As a servant Timothy had unselfish concern for the saints. He was looking out for the interests of others. He had been trained as a son is trained by his father, by Paul. Now there was no question as to whether his judgment could be counted on. He was no fly-by-night. He was trustworthy. When there are issues to be faced and problems that need to be solved, we need those who have a shepherd’s heart of compassion. We need those who can be whole-heartedly counted on to care for the people and at the same time does not compromise truth and leave undone what has to be done, and unsaid what has to be said.
