FAITH: Comes by Hearing the Word of God

Romans 16:8–9: Greet Amplias, my beloved in the Lord. Greet Urbanus, our fellow worker in Christ, and Stachys, my beloved.


FAITH: Comes by Studying the Word of God

Amplias is a common slave name and occurs in the tombs of the early Christians in the catacombs, always in a place of honor. He evidently was one of Paul’s converts and dear to his heart. Urbane means “city bred.” In other words, his name actually means “city–slicker.” This was also a common slave name, and it may mean that he was brought up in the city rather than in the country. He is identified as a real worker among believers. Stachys has been found listed in the royal household. It is a masculine name. He was beloved not only to Paul but to the church. 1

FAITH: Comes by Obeying the Word of God

Are you giving significant time to build and strengthen the friendships that are most important to you? Who in your life is deserving of the name beloved? Are you known as an outstanding worker? What would it take for you to become a “beloved worker” for the Lord?

FAITH: Comes by Experiencing the Transforming Work of God

You must first experience the love of God before you can become a beloved worker for God.

FAITH: Comes by Praying with the Word of God

Lord, please make me into a “beloved worker” for Your kingdom on earth.


1. McGee, J. V. (1991). Thru the Bible commentary: The Epistles Romans, Nashville: Thomas Nelson.

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Tommy Blumberg

Tommy Blumberg

Tommy Blumberg was ordained as a Calvary Chapel pastor in 1985, where he served as an assistant pastor at Calvary Fellowship, in Seattle. In 1992, Pastor Tom, his wife Pam, and their three daughters moved to Bellingham and began a Bible study, which led to the founding of Calvary Chapel Northwest. Tom blogs regularly at TommyBlumberg.com.