10When Timothy comes, don’t intimidate him. He is doing the Lord’s work, just as I am.

11Don’t let anyone treat him with contempt. Send him on his way with your blessing when he returns to me. I expect him to come with the other believers.16:11 Greek with the brothers; also in 16:12.

12Now about our brother Apollos—I urged him to visit you with the other believers, but he was not willing to go right now. He will see you later when he has the opportunity.

13Be on guard. Stand firm in the faith. Be courageous.16:13 Greek Be men. Be strong.

14And do everything with love.

15You know that Stephanas and his household were the first of the harvest of believers in Greece,16:15a Greek in Achaia, the southern region of the Greek peninsula. and they are spending their lives in service to God’s people. I urge you, dear brothers and sisters,16:15b Greek brothers; also in 16:20.

16to submit to them and others like them who serve with such devotion.

17I am very glad that Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus have come here. They have been providing the help you weren’t here to give me.

18They have been a wonderful encouragement to me, as they have been to you. You must show your appreciation to all who serve so well.

21 Here is my greeting in my own handwriting—Paul.

22If anyone does not love the Lord, that person is cursed. Our Lord, come!16:22 From Aramaic, Marana tha. Some manuscripts read Maran atha, “Our Lord has come.”

23May the grace of the Lord Jesus be with you.

24My love to all of you in Christ Jesus.16:24 Some manuscripts add Amen.