Colossians 1:7
As ye also learned of Epaphras our dear fellowservant, who is for you a faithful minister of Christ;
Cross-reference
Colossians 4:12
Parallel
In Colossians 4:12, this same Epaphras is described as a servant of Christ who struggles in prayer — expanding his faithful ministry.
Philemon 1:23
Parallel
In Philemon 1:23, Epaphras is called Paul's fellow prisoner — adding another dimension to his role as fellow servant.
Ephesians 6:21
Parallel
Ephesians 6:21 calls Tychicus a 'faithful minister in the Lord' — the exact same phrase used for Epaphras.