One name that rings out loudly in discussions about the abolition of the slave trade is William Wilberforce. He was a highly esteemed politician. Combining his passion with politics, he campaigned vigorously to end the obnoxious trade. William Wilberforce was not alone in that struggle. There were lesser-known names that gave their contribution as well. There was a group of friends called the ‘Clapham Sect.’ This group of friends teamed up with him, strengthening his resolve to end slavery. Apart from the Clapham Sect, someone estimated he belonged to about sixty-nine voluntary societies.

The biblical principle of exponential power still holds true. If one can chase a thousand, two can put ten thousand to flight… Great men make their marks through partnerships with others.

Paul understood the place of partnership. When he faced death in Damascus, the brethren let him over a wall in a basket. When he was stoned to death at a place, it took some brethren gathering around him to revive him. In our text, specific mention was made of Gaius and Aristarchus. They were called Paul’s companions in travel. Luke himself who wrote Acts of the Apostles belonged to that group of companions. The biblical principle of exponential power still holds true. If one can chase a thousand, two can put ten thousand to flight. A threefold cord will not be easily broken. Great men make their marks through partnerships with others.