Galatians 1:2. “And all the brethren which are with me, unto the churches of Galatia:”
THE BRETHREN. Fellowship – others are included – all those with him are involved. Fellowship – it is a common ground we walk on when we walk in the light. Fellowship – it is based on the common foundation of the blood of Christ. Fellowship – we are members one of another. Fellowship – we are not left to struggle alone in the labor he has called us to. Fellowship – I may not know all it means, but I know when it is here, and when it’s missing.
The brethren are silent; the brethren are not named; the brethren are not called upon to make any statements – but the brethren are there. The brethren are with Paul. The brethren are supportive. The brethren are concerned about the churches too.
“O Father in heaven, never let me take the brethren for granted. These are choice people whom I am called to share my life with. I may not tell them as I should what I think about them. If I have an opportunity, give me the right words to say to those with whom we are striving together for the faith of the Gospel. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.”