11. So none of you should refuse to accept Timothy. Help him on his trip in peace, so that he can come back to me. I am expecting him to come back with the brothers.
12. Now about our brother Apollos: I strongly encouraged him to visit you with the other brothers. But he was sure that he did not want to go now. But when he has the opportunity, he will go to you.
13. Be careful. Continue strong in the faith. Have courage, and be strong.
14. Do everything in love.
15. You know that the family of Stephanas were the first believers in Southern Greece. They have given themselves to the service of God’s people. I ask you, brothers,
16. to follow the leading of people like these and anyone else who works and serves with them.