8. From now on the crown of righteousness awaits me, which the Lord, the just judge, will award to me on that day, and not only to me, but to all who have longed for his appearance.
9. Try to join me soon,
10. for Demas, enamored of the present world, deserted me and went to Thessalonica, Crescens to Galatia, and Titus to Dalmatia.
11. Luke is the only one with me. Get Mark and bring him with you, for he is helpful to me in the ministry.