10. He died for us so that, whether we are awake in this life or asleep in death, we will live together with him.
11. Therefore, encourage each other and strengthen one another as you are doing.
12. Brothers and sisters, we ask you to show your appreciation for those leaders who work among you and instruct you.
13. We ask you to love them and think very highly of them because of the work they are doing. Live in peace with each other.