Apollos.
Alexandria's mission. Its broader view of Judaism. Its intermediate position between Palestine and the Christian Church. Variety of human talent and acquirement all serviceable to Christ. Humility of the truly good man, who, though himself learned, is willing to be taught by those who have more of the grace of God. Ministers may get help from their people. Apollos in the footsteps of Paul. He was no rival, but a fellow-laborer. Hence willingly forwarded in his proposal to visit Corinth, and carry on there the good beginning made by the apostle. An example of:
1. Consecrated learning.
2. Rapid growth in grace, because the spirit of the man was humble.
3. Brotherly co-operation. What a rebuke to later times!
4. The blessing of God on a pure and active Christianity.—R.