Philippians 4:21. “Salute every saint in Christ Jesus. The brethren which are with me greet you.”
THOSE WHO ARE THERE. They are the salt of the earth They are found in every land Though insignificant, are of highest worth Because of them nations stand Their prayers and supplications ascend On behalf of all those who lead People turn askance when their knees bend But to their prayers the eternal God does heed.
They aren’t usually rich, but they willingly use What God has given with a view to help others – They are not obligated but often they choose To set aside a portion of what they gather To be used where and when needs arise So the load others are carrying, they share Really, it doesn’t seem much of a surprise Because for the Lord’s sake, they really care.
Most I will never see as I through this world go But the effect of their presence is real And it is by their love they to onlookers show That where there is grief, they feel The need to empathize and come alongside Is part of what it is like for a Christian to be And though others may mock and chide Their agenda is the glory of Christ to be seen.
“Probably there are a lot of us before the throne of grace now, Father. Even though I don’t know many of the others, I know we all know Thee. There is a fellowship with them that is there as soon as we meet. It is the fellowship of the redeemed, who have been blessed by Thee and share this same life with Thee. “What a fellowship, what a joy divine!” I give Thee thanks for Thy people, in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.”