We should not, however, envision a team of equal collaborators. Paul was clearly in charge. He had disciples, such as Timothy and Titus. He also had peers, such as Barnabas and Luke. Yet these peers were not described as permanent members of the mission team. We see them moving in and out of the Pauline itinerary. They were associates, not understudies. Perhaps it was easier to work as an equal with Paul in small doses. The glimpse Luke gives us of Paul’s relationship with Barnabas may be Luke’s
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