8. I’ll stay here in Ephesus until the Festival of Pentecost.
9. In spite of the fact that there are many opponents, a big and productive opportunity has opened up for my mission here.
10. If Timothy comes to you, be sure that he has no reason to be afraid while he’s with you, because he does the work of the Lord just like I do.
11. So don’t let anyone disrespect him, but send him on in peace so he can join me. I’m waiting for him along with the brothers and sisters.
12. Concerning Apollos our brother: I strongly encouraged him to visit you with the brothers and sisters, but he didn’t want to go now. He’ll come when he has an opportunity.
13. Stay awake, stand firm in your faith, be brave, be strong.
14. Everything should be done in love.
15. Brothers and sisters, I encourage you to do something else. You know that the people in Stephanas’ household were the first crop of the harvest to come from the mission to Achaia. They have dedicated themselves to the service of God’s people.
16. So accept the authority of people like them and of anyone who cooperates and works hard.
17. I’m so happy that Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus have arrived; they’ve made up for my missing you.
18. Indeed they’ve provided my spirit and yours with a much-needed rest. Therefore, give them proper recognition.
19. The churches in the province of Asia greet you. Aquila and Prisca greet you warmly in the Lord, together with the church that meets in their house.