9. He is coming with Onesimus, our faithful and dear brother. He is one of you. They will tell you everything that is happening here.
10. Aristarchus is in prison with me. He sends you his greetings. So does Mark, the cousin of Barnabas. You have been given directions about him. If he comes to you, welcome him.
11. Jesus, who is called Justus, also sends greetings. They are the only Jews who work together with me for God's kingdom. They have been a comfort to me.
12. Epaphras sends greetings. He is one of you. He serves Christ Jesus. He is always praying hard for you. He prays that you will stand firm in holding to all that God has in mind for us. He prays that you will continue to grow in your knowledge of what God wants you to do. He also prays that you will be completely sure about it.
13. I am happy to tell you that he is working very hard for you. He is also working hard for everyone in Laodicea and Hierapolis.
14. Our dear friend Luke, the doctor, sends greetings. So does Demas.
15. Give my greetings to the brothers and sisters in Laodicea. Also give my greetings to Nympha and the church that meets in her house.