Acts 28:15. “And from thence, when the brethren heard of us, they came to meet us as far as Appii forum, and the three taverns; whom when Paul saw, he thanked God, and took courage.”
THANK GOD FOR “BRETHREN.” To most around, they are just common men, Who they work with, and talk to every now and then. They raise their families, and worship with them On the first day of the week; together they’re seen – They are brethren.
Most are not rich, but there are a few, Who sponsor unseen – others in the work they do. Most would not stand out in front of you, But they are different, and their lives will show – They are brethren.
We don’t always agree about everything; Our backgrounds affect the opinions we bring From the way we study; to the way we sing; But when it comes right down to the important things – We are brethren.
Most of the brethren, I have never seen; They live in places I have never been; But from the far north to the Caribbean, I know by name many of these faithful men – Who are brethren.
We have worked together in preaching the Word. We have talked and shared thoughts about our Lord. We have sharpened each other like a file on a sword; Some of these have already gone to their reward – Faithful brethren.
We meet new folks nearly every day; Sometimes a handshake; other times there’s a lot to say. And I have learned that along life’s way; Some are doing well – others have feet of clay – But we still are brethren.
There are times when we would love to see a brother’s dog; The pressure is on and our work is in a fog; It seems like nothing else could go wrong; And when we are desperate, there comes along – One of the brethren.
I know how Paul felt, I have been like that too; It seems like the end is right in front of you; You know God is there and He will always be true; But somehow it is special, when out of the blue – You meet the brethren.
I thank You Lord, for such men as these; Who want God’s will and are willing to please, The Lord who called them and quickly seize The opportunity to meet the needs – Of the brethren.
“I thank Thee, Father, for those who I know and others that I meet who have a common interest in the things of God. It has always been a delight to me when the Spirit of God brings into my path or some part of my life, a brother or sister I never heard of before. Some have told me they pray for me. Others have shared their finances. Others have just wanted to talk and enjoy fellowship. How wonderful it is to be part of Thy family. Amen.”