The refreshment of Onesiphorus
This article examines the biblical account of Onesiphorus in 2 Timothy, exploring how he provided spiritual refreshment and encouragement to the Apostle Paul during Paul's final Roman imprisonment. Through exegetical study of this lesser-known biblical figure, Bruinooge illustrates principles of Christian compassion, faithfulness, and the encouragement believers can offer one another in times of suffering and trial.
The Lord give mercy unto the house of Onesiphorus; for he oft refreshed me, and was not ashamed of my chain: but, when he was in Rome, he sought me out very diligently, and found me. II Timothy 1:16-17 A plunge into the clear water of Lake Michigan on a hot, summer day. A cold glass of lemonade after working in the garden. A long, hot shower after a grueling day of work. Refreshment. You may relate to these illustrations, or ones similar, when you think of what brings you refreshment. We...
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