There were many who contributed to the gospel ministry of the Apostle Paul, who supported him in many different ways, and whom God used to take care of things that might have slowed or hindered Paul's ministry. Some risked their lives for Paul and the sake of the gospel of Jesus Christ. These dear saints, although for many of them, all we know are their names, nonetheless, God honored their memory for their service to Paul, and ultimately to the Lord Jesu Christ.