8. But I will tarry at Ephesus until Pentecost.
9. For a great and effective door is opened unto me, and there are many adversaries.
10. Now if Timothy comes, see that he may be with you without fear: for he works the work of the Lord, as I also do.
11. Let no man therefore despise him: but send him forth in peace, that he may come unto me: for I look for him with the brethren.
12. Concerning our brother Apollos, I greatly desired him to come unto you with the brethren: but his will was not at all to come at this time; but he will come when he shall have opportunity.
13. Watch, stand fast in the faith, be men, be strong.
14. Let all your things be done with love.
15. I beseech you, brethren, (you know the house of Stephanas, that it is the firstfruits of Achaia, and that they have devoted themselves to the ministry of the saints,)
16. That you submit yourselves unto such, and to every one that works with us, and labors.
17. I am glad of the coming of Stephanas and Fortunatus and Achaicus: for that which was lacking on your part they have supplied.