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Romans 16:3-16
Greet Priscilla and Aquila my helpers in Christ Jesus: …

saint.

Philippians 1:1
Paul and Timotheus, the servants of Jesus Christ, to all the saints in Christ Jesus which are at Philippi, with the bishops and deacons:

1 Corinthians 1:2
Unto the church of God which is at Corinth, to them that are sanctified in Christ Jesus, calledto be saints, with all that in every place call upon the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, both theirs and ours:

Ephesians 1:1
Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, to the saints which are at Ephesus, and to the faithful in Christ Jesus:

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Romans 16:21,22
Timotheus my workfellow, and Lucius, and Jason, and Sosipater, my kinsmen, salute you…

Galatians 1:2
And all the brethren which are with me, unto the churches of Galatia:

Galatians 2:3
But neither Titus, who was with me, being a Greek, was compelled to be circumcised:

The brothers who are with me send you greetings.
Here, "the brothers" likely refers to fellow workers and companions of Paul, such as Timothy, Epaphroditus, or others who were with him during his imprisonment. This indicates the close-knit relationships and support system within the early Christian community. The act of sending greetings was a common practice in ancient letters, serving to strengthen bonds and convey solidarity. This phrase also highlights the communal nature of Paul's ministry, where collaboration and mutual support were vital. The mention of "brothers" reflects the familial language used among Christians, emphasizing their spiritual kinship.

“Greet all the saints in Christ Jesus.”

• Paul doesn’t single out a few leaders; he embraces every believer in Philippi. This mirrorsRomans 16:16, where the call is, “Greet one another with a holy kiss.”

• The term “saints” reminds us of our identity—set apart by God’s grace (1 Corinthians 1:2). We’re not saints because of flawless behavior but because we are “in Christ Jesus.”

• The greeting underscores active love within the body. Philippians began with Paul’s affection for “all the saints in Christ Jesus who are at Philippi” (Philippians 1:1); now he circles back, showing that love persists.

• By commanding the church to extend his greeting, Paul stirs them to unity (Ephesians 4:3) and mutual encouragement (Hebrews 10:24–25).

“The brothers who are with me…”

• Though imprisoned (Philippians 1:13), Paul isn’t isolated; fellow believers stand beside him.Acts 28:30–31 shows Paul under house arrest, freely receiving visitors who shared in ministry.

• “Brothers” highlights family bonds in Christ (Matthew 12:50). Status, ethnicity, or background fall away when believers rally around the gospel (Galatians 3:28).

• Their presence authenticates Paul’s message: he practices the fellowship he urges on the Philippians (1 Thessalonians 2:8).

• These coworkers—likely Timothy (Philippians 2:19–22), Epaphroditus (2:25–30), and others—model servant-hearted partnership.

“…send you greetings.”

• First-century letters commonly ended with greetings, but here they carry spiritual weight. They bridge miles and circumstances, reminding the church they’re part of a bigger story (Colossians 4:10–14).

• Such greetings convey blessing. In 3John 14 John writes, “The friends here send you greetings.” Believers everywhere form one household of faith (Ephesians 2:19).

• The Philippians had sacrificially supported Paul (Philippians 4:15–18); now other believers return the favor with words of encouragement, demonstrating reciprocal care (2 Corinthians 8:14).

• This simple line challenges modern readers to maintain real, relational links across congregations and cultures (1 Peter 5:13).

Philippians 4:21 showcases family life in Christ. Paul urges a warm, inclusive greeting for every saint, testifies that loyal brothers share his trials, and passes along their heartfelt good-will. The verse spotlights unity, shared identity, and mutual encouragement, inviting believers today to value and practice the same gospel-rooted fellowship.