Humble Example - Philippians 1:1-2

I love the first two verses. There is so much here that sheds light on the heart of Paul and the maturing of the church. Paul being an apostle honors Timothy, his younger protege, with equal billing. This is a great example of how to give legitimacy to a disciples calling and ministry that you are mentoring. I also appreciate how Paul places his greeting to the church body, Saints, first before the deacons and leaders. The leadership never comes before the church body, they are there to serve this body. This is also a historical account of the fact that the church is developing some structure of leadership and accountability in its infancy. 

The message for me here is one of humility. Humility in leadership. Submitting ourselves to serve the body of Christ is an honor.

Pastor Patrick