Col 1:7 | MHM | STEP | v. 7 : Paul mentions that they learned the gospel from Epaphras. He calls Epaphras our dear fellow-servant, who is for you a faithful minister of Christ (Colossians 1:7 ). Paul shows respect for Epaphras, saying they both serve the same Lord, even though Paul is an apostle and Epaphras is a local minister. All Christian leaders are servants working together for Christ.

‏ Colossians 1:7

v. 7: Paul mentions that they learned the gospel from Epaphras. He calls Epaphras our dear fellow-servant, who is for you a faithful minister of Christ (Colossians 1:7 ^a). Paul shows respect for Epaphras, saying they both serve the same Lord, even though Paul is an apostle and Epaphras is a local minister. All Christian leaders are servants working together for Christ.