1 Corinthians 16:10-18 - News About Timothy, Apollos, And Others

¹⁰ If Timothy pays you a visit, see that he is free from fear in his relations with you; for he is engaged in the Master's work just as I am. ¹¹ Therefore let no one slight him, but all of you should help him forward in peace to join me; for I am waiting for him and others of the brethren.

¹² As for our brother Apollos, I have repeatedly urged him to accompany the brethren who are coming to you: but he is quite resolved not to do so at present. He will come, however, when he has a good opportunity.

¹³ Be on the alert; stand firm in the faith; acquit yourselves like men; be strong. ¹⁴ Let all that you do be done from motives of love.

¹⁵ And I beseech you, brethren--you know the household of Stephanas, how they were the earliest Greek converts to Christ, and have devoted themselves to the service of God's people-- ¹⁶ I beseech you, on your part, to show deference to such men, and to every one who participates in their work and toils hard. ¹⁷ It is a joy to me that Stephanas, Fortunatus and Achaicus have now arrived, because what was wanting so far as you are concerned they have supplied. ¹⁸ They have refreshed my spirit, and yours. Acknowledge such men as these.