Fortunatus
Pronounced for-choo-NAY-tus
- Meaning
- "Blessed; Fortunate; Lucky"
- Origin
- Latin
Fortunatus was a Corinthian believer who, along with Stephanas and Achaicus, visited Paul and refreshed his spirit. Paul said their coming 'supplied that which was lacking.' Fortunatus shows that sometimes ministry is simply showing up when someone needs encouragement.
Spiritual meaning
Fortunatus demonstrates that powerful ministry can be as simple as showing up — refreshing a weary leader's spirit by your presence.
Related verses (KJV)
"I am glad of the coming of Stephanas and Fortunatus and Achaicus: for that which was lacking on your part they have supplied."
1 Corinthians 16:17 (KJV) →