The Apostle Paul was very likely coming to the end of life when he wrote this letter, but his hope was undimmed as he encouraged a people he loved as though they were his children.
We have only a fraction of the heroic stories of the early days of the church. But the individuals we do know, reveal the leading of God's Spirit and the faithfulness of people like us.
Through the years I have admired many people for their hard choices, integrity, accomplishments or sacrifices. None of my heroes have been perfect, but they share one