For the Messiah did not send me to baptize but to preach the gospel, not with eloquent wisdom, so the cross of the Messiah won't be emptied of its power.

That's why I sent Timothy to you. He is my dear and dependable son in the Lord and will help you remember how I live for the Messiah Jesus as I teach everywhere in every church.

When I arrive, I will send letters along with the men you approve to take your gift to Jerusalem.

and will probably stay with you for a while or even spend the winter with you. Then you can send me on my way, wherever I decide to go.

Therefore, no one should treat him with contempt. Send him on his way in peace so that he may come to me, because I am expecting him along with the brothers.