Achaicus
Christian messenger from Corinth
Achaicus was a believer from the church in Corinth who, together with Stephanas and Fortunatus, traveled to Ephesus to visit the apostle Paul. The trio brought news and likely a letter from the Corinthian church containing questions that Paul answers in his first letter to the Corinthians. Paul describes their visit as a refreshment for his spirit and urges the Corinthian church to show appreciation toward such faithful coworkers. Achaicus' service illustrates how fellowship in the early church was maintained through personal messengers who connected congregations across great distances.
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Visit to Paul in Ephesus
Achaicus traveled with Stephanas and Fortunatus from Corinth to Ephesus to visit Paul. They likely brought a letter from the church containing questions that Paul answers in his first letter to the Corinthians.
Refreshment for Paul's spirit
Paul testifies that Achaicus and his companions brought great joy and refreshment to his spirit through their presence and their report from the church in Corinth. Paul urges the Corinthians to recognize such faithful coworkers.