Barnabas, Peter, and John Mark will engage each other in these dynamics in the years to come. They will set out for mission trips. There will come a time when Barnabas and Paul challenge each other about what it takes to be in mission. Barnabas will take John Mark and Paul will take Silas at that point. This iron-sharpening-iron moment will give way to the balm of brotherly love some time later. Truth and grace. Reality and hope. Accountability and encouragement. These twin blessings of true fellowship make us stronger and more effective in our lives and service in Christ's kingdom.
Which do you need today? Is there someone to whom you can turn for just that gracious touch? Is there someone you know who needs that gracious touch?
