When I read the first part of this chapter, I can almost see the heading, To the REAL men of The First United Pentecostal Church of Euless, and he is reminding us of the fact that we are the children of light and not of darkness. We all know that we have been bought with a price, and are not the servants of men(1 Cor. 7:23).
In v12 Paul tells us to know them who work among us, and are over us in the Lord, and admonish us. One translation
says to appreciate them. V13 says to esteem them very highly in love for their work's sake. We should hold each and everyone of our brethren in high regard and prayer. I appreciate all of the men of our church, and have great admiration
for the wonderful leadership of our church. We are truly blessed by our two pastors, and we should regard them VERY HIGHLY.
"In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you." v18
"Abstain from all appearance of evil." v22
What a blessed hope, the soon return of our KING, not only for us, but our families also.
Ralph Cain
