13. Be on your guard. Stand firm in the faith. Be brave. Be strong.
14. Be loving in everything you do.
15. You know that the first believers in Achaia were from the family of Stephanas. They have spent all their time serving God's people. Brothers and sisters, I am asking you
16. to follow the lead of people like them. Follow everyone who joins in the task and works hard at it.
17. I was glad when Stephanas, Fortunatus and Achaicus arrived. They have supplied me with what you couldn't give me.
18. They renewed my spirit, and yours also. People like that are worthy of honor.