The Grands Letter (Phil/GLJ)
Gene L. Jeffries, Th.D. on April 6, 2026 4:45 am (CST)
Dear Grands,
Philippians 2:19-24, “Do all things without grumbling or disputing;
15 so that you will prove yourselves to be blameless and innocent, children of God above reproach in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom you appear as lights in the world,
16 holding fast the word of life, so that on that day of Christ I will have reason to glory because I did not run in vain nor toil in vain.
17 But even if I am being poured out as a drink offering upon the sacrifice and service of your faith, I rejoice and share my joy with you all.
18 You too, I urge you, rejoice in the same way and share your joy with me. I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you shortly, so that I also may be encouraged when I learn of your condition.
20 For I have no one else of kindred spirit who will genuinely be concerned for your welfare.
21 For they all seek after their own interests, not those of Christ Jesus.
22 But you know of his proven worth, that he served with me in the furtherance of the gospel like a child serving his father.
23 Therefore, I hope to send him immediately, as soon as I see how things go with me;
24 and I trust in the Lord that I myself also will be coming shortly.”
We all need help at times! It matters little what lies before us; some tasks simply require the able assistance of competent associates. Paul was no different. Every believer in the LORD’s work encounters difficult responsibilities. Thus, while Paul waited patiently for Timothy to join him, he rejoiced in what lay before him.
Think about what lies before you today. Approach all responsibilities with cheerfulness and care. No one is ever weighed down with work beyond his ability. It’s the attitude that makes the difference. The Scriptures say that God is “a very ready help in time of trouble” (Prov. 17:22). It’s true! Why not give Him a prayerful call?
Heartily in Christ,
Gene L. Jeffries, Th.D.
United States of America
“We will never know that Christ is all we need, until He becomes all that we have.” –Corrie ten Boom
