Introduction:
Demas is a figure mentioned in the New Testament, known for his association with the Apostle Paul. His account is a cautionary tale of initial faithfulness followed by desertion, illustrating the challenges of steadfastness in the Christian walk.

Biblical References:
Demas is mentioned in three epistles attributed to Paul: Colossians, Philemon, and 2 Timothy. These references provide a glimpse into his role and eventual departure from Paul's ministry.

1. Colossians 4:14 :
"Luke, the beloved physician, and Demas send you greetings."
In this passage, Demas is listed among Paul's companions, indicating his involvement in the early Christian community and his presence with Paul during his imprisonment in Rome.

2. Philemon 1:24 :
"as do Mark, Aristarchus, Demas, and Luke, my fellow workers."
Here, Demas is referred to as a "fellow worker," suggesting that he was actively engaged in the ministry alongside Paul and other notable figures in the early Church.

3. 2 Timothy 4:10 :
"because Demas, in his love of this world, has deserted me and gone to Thessalonica."
This verse marks a significant turning point in Demas's account. Paul laments Demas's departure, attributing it to his love for the present world. This suggests a spiritual decline and a prioritization of worldly concerns over his commitment to the Gospel.

Historical and Theological Context:
Demas's journey from a trusted co-laborer to one who forsakes his mission highlights the spiritual perils faced by early Christians. His desertion is often interpreted as a warning against the allure of worldly temptations and the importance of perseverance in faith.

Character Analysis:
Demas's character is a study in contrast. Initially, he is seen as a dedicated worker in the mission field, but his eventual abandonment of Paul reveals a susceptibility to the distractions and enticements of secular life. This shift underscores the necessity for vigilance and steadfastness in one's spiritual journey.

Lessons and Implications:
The account of Demas serves as a reminder of the potential for spiritual decline, even among those who have been closely involved in ministry. It emphasizes the need for continual spiritual growth and the dangers of becoming enamored with the temporal world. His account encourages believers to remain committed to their faith and to seek strength in Christ to resist worldly temptations.

Conclusion:
While the Bible does not provide further details about Demas's life after his departure, his account remains a poignant example of the challenges faced by early Christians and the enduring call to faithfulness in the Christian life.Demas

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Demas

(governor of the people), most probably a contraction from Demetrius or perhaps from Demarchus, a companion of St. Paul, (Philemon 1:24; Colossians 4:14) during his first imprisonment at Rome. (A.D. 57.) At a later period, (2 Timothy 4:10) we find him mentioned as having deserted the apostle through love of this present world, and gone to Thessalonica.

Demas

A fellow-laborer with Paul at Thessalonica, who afterwards deserted him, either discouraged by the hardships of the work, or allured by the love of the world, Colossians 4:14 2 Timothy 4:10 Philemon 1:24.

A companion and fellow-labourer of Paul during his first imprisonment at Rome (Philemon 1:24; Colossians 4:14). It appears, however, that the love of the world afterwards mastered him, and he deserted the apostle (2 Timothy 4:10). DEMAS

de'-mas (Demas, "popular"): According to Colossians 4:14 2 Timothy 4:10; Philemon 1:24, one who was for a time a "fellow-worker" with Paul at Rome (Col, Philem), but at last, "having loved this present world," forsook the apostle and betook himself to Thessalonica (2 Tim). No other particulars are given concerning him. See APOSTASY; DEMETRIUS.

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Demas
... DEMAS. BY REV. PRINCIPAL DAVID ROWLANDS, BA. ... The same remark is applicable to Demas.
His name is familiar enough, but the story of his life is almost unknown. ...
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"Demas," Says St. Paul, "Hath Forsaken Me, Having Loved this ...
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Acts of Paul and Thecla.
... As Paul was going up to Iconium after the flight from Antioch, his fellow-travellers
were Demas and Ermogenes, full of hypocrisy; and they were importunate ...
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Having Therefore done Many and Dreadful Things against Jesus that ...
... along with the two robbers. And they were nailed up along with Jesus, Gestas
on the left, and Demas on the right. And he that was ...
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Philemon i. 17-19
... Ver.24. "Mark, Aristarchus, Demas, Luke, my fellow-workers.". ... And Mark, as being
himself also an admirable man. Why then does he number Demas with these? ...
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In Rome
... apostle. Demas and Mark were also with him. Aristarchus ... Demas, steadfast for
a time, afterward forsook the cause of Christ. In referring ...
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The victory of Faith.
... "Christ," says the Apostle Paul, "hath redeemed us from this present evil world;"
and again, "Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this, present world.". ...
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Twenty-Second Day. Holy Zeal.
... Two disciples, apparently equally devoted and zealous, send through Paul, in one
of his epistles, a conjoint Christian salutation""Luke and Demas greet you ...
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2 Timothy iv. 13-Sep
... "Do thy diligence to come shortly unto me: For Demas hath forsaken me ... [1437] We see
him however deserted by all. "For Demas," he says, "hath forsaken me. ...
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Heb. 4:14 Our Profession
... No doubt there were some exceptions. People like Ananias and Sapphira, and Simon
Magus, and Demas, crept in and joined themselves to the disciples. ...
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Demas (3 Occurrences)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. DEMAS. ... Multi-Version Concordance Demas (3 Occurrences).
Colossians 4:14 Luke, the beloved physician, and Demas greet you. ...
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Lukas (3 Occurrences)
... Colossians 4:14 Salute you doth Lukas, the beloved physician, and Demas; (YLT). ... Philemon
1:24 Markus, Aristarchus, Demas, Lukas, my fellow-workmen! (YLT). ...
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Evangelist (2 Occurrences)
... abbreviate proper names, as it is today, for that matter (compare Amphias from
Amphiatos, Antipas from Antipatros, Apollos from Apollonias, Demas from Demetrios ...
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Thessalonica (8 Occurrences)
... The only other mention of the town in the New Testament occurs in 2 Timothy 4:10,
where Paul writes that Demas has forsaken him and has gone there. ...
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Demands (12 Occurrences)

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Justus (3 Occurrences)
... be proved, for example by verse 14 of the same chapter (ie Colossians 4:14), as
well as by Philemon 1:24, in both of which passages Paul names Demas and Luke ...
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Lucas (1 Occurrence)
... Version). Multi-Version Concordance Lucas (1 Occurrence). Philemon 1:24 Marcus,
Aristarchus, Demas, Lucas, my fellowlabourers. (KJV WBS). ...
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Greet (46 Occurrences)
... household. (WEB WEY NAS RSV NIV). Colossians 4:14 Luke, the beloved physician,
and Demas greet you. (WEB KJV WBS NAS RSV NIV). Colossians ...
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Well-loved (8 Occurrences)
... is taking place here. (BBE). Colossians 4:14 Luke, our well-loved medical
friend, and Demas, send you their love. (BBE). 2 Timothy 1 ...
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Workers (76 Occurrences)
... blasphemed. (WEB ASV NAS). Philemon 1:24 as do Mark, Aristarchus, Demas,
and Luke, my fellow workers. (WEB WEY ASV BBE NAS RSV NIV). ...
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