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My fellow prisoner Aristarchus sends you his greetings, and also Mark, the cousin of Barnabas (about whom you have received instructions; if he comes to you, welcome him.)
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But we ask you, brethren, to respect those who labor among you and are over you in the Lord and admonish you, and that you esteem them very highly in love because of their work. Live in peace with one another.
Remember your leaders, those who spoke to you the word of God; consider the outcome of their life, and imitate their faith.
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Be imitators of me, as I am of Christ. I praise you because you remember me in everything and hold firmly to the traditions, just as I delivered them to you.
You know that the household of Stephanas were the first converts in Achaia, and they have devoted themselves to the service of the saints. Now I urge you, brethren, to be subject to such men and to everyone who helps in the work and labors.
Brethren, join in following my example, and observe those who live according to the pattern you have in us.
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Obey your leaders and submit to them; for they are keeping watch over your souls, as men who will have to give account. Let them do this with joy, and not with grief, for that would be of no advantage to you. Pray for us, for we are sure that we have a clear conscience, desiring to live honorably in all things.