“Watch yourselves, that you do not lose what we have accomplished, but that you may receive a full reward.” (2 John 8)
Pay close attention to the pronouns of this verse – John is asking the saints to watch their behavior because of what “we” had done for them. That we included John, likely other apostles, and myriad other saints (maybe even angelic hosts) who had poured their efforts into the beloved Christians to whom John was writing.
There has been a lot of effort put into you. From other Christians, to angels with servant hearts, to Jesus Christ Himself… many loving and devoted hands have toiled on your behalf that your soul might flourish, and you may attain your reward. We stand on the shoulders of others who have bent their backs to lift us.
You matter – live like it.
Matthew 4:4 #Biblebites