1 Corinthians 16:8-20

8But I will stay on at Ephesus until Pentecost,

9because a great door for effective work has opened to me, and there are many who oppose me. 10When Timothy comes, see to it that he has nothing to fear while he is with you, for he is carrying on the work of the Lord, just as I am.

11No one, then, should treat him with contempt. Send him on his way in peace so that he may return to me. I am expecting him along with the brothers.

12Now about our brother Apollos: I strongly urged him to go to you with the brothers. He was quite unwilling to go now, but he will go when he has the opportunity. 13Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong.

14Do everything in love. 15You know that the household of Stephanas were the first converts in Achaia, and they have devoted themselves to the service of the Lord’s people. I urge you, brothers and sisters, 16to submit to such people and to everyone who joins in the work and labors at it. 17I was glad when Stephanas, Fortunatus and Achaicus arrived, because they have supplied what was lacking from you.

18For they refreshed my spirit and yours also. Such men deserve recognition.

Final Greetings 19The churches in the province of Asia send you greetings. Aquila and Priscilla Greek Prisca, a variant of Priscilla greet you warmly in the Lord, and so does the church that meets at their house.

20All the brothers and sisters here send you greetings. Greet one another with a holy kiss.