Milestone Farewell

Paul provides a good example of how to say goodbye. In Acts 20 he finally greets his dear fellow-workers in the gospel as he passes by Ephesus on his way to Jerusalem. He encourages and warns the church elders. His encouragement came from a heart of love and compassion. Christ is at the heart of Paul's passion for his fellow ministers. Paul's confidence to leave was based on the fact that he had taught thoroughly God's word. He served humbly and in weakness, in the power of God. It is God to whom Paul has commended the church, therefore, he has every confidence it will continue to flourish after his departure.