11. So none of you should refuse to accept Timothy. Help him continue on his trip in peace so that he can come back to me. I am expecting him to come back with the other brothers.
12. Now about our brother Apollos: I strongly encouraged him to visit you with the other brothers. He prefers not to come now, but he will come when he has the opportunity.
13. Be careful. Hold firmly to your faith. Have courage and be strong.
14. Do everything in love.
15. You know that Stephanas and his family were the first believers in Achaia. They have given themselves to the service of God’s people. I ask you, brothers and sisters,
16. to follow the leading of people like these and others who work hard and serve together with them.
17. I am happy that Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus have come. You are not here, but they have filled your place.
18. They have been a great encouragement to me and to you as well. You should recognize the value of such people.
19. The churches in Asia send you their greetings. Aquila and Priscilla greet you in the Lord. Also the church that meets in their house sends greetings.
20. All the brothers and sisters here send their greetings. Give each other the special greeting of God’s people.
21. Here’s my greeting in my own handwriting—Paul.
22. If anyone does not love the Lord, let that person be separated from God—lost forever! Come, O Lord!
23. The grace of the Lord Jesus be with you.