1 N ow concerning the collection for the saints, as I have given orders to the churches of Galatia, so you must do also:

2 O n the first day of the week let each one of you lay something aside, storing up as he may prosper, that there be no collections when I come.

3 A nd when I come, whomever you approve by your letters I will send to bear your gift to Jerusalem.

4 B ut if it is fitting that I go also, they will go with me. Personal Plans

5 N ow I will come to you when I pass through Macedonia (for I am passing through Macedonia).

6 A nd it may be that I will remain, or even spend the winter with you, that you may send me on my journey, wherever I go.

7 F or I do not wish to see you now on the way; but I hope to stay a while with you, if the Lord permits.

8 B ut I will tarry in Ephesus until Pentecost.

9 F or a great and effective door has opened to me, and there are many adversaries.

10 A nd if Timothy comes, see that he may be with you without fear; for he does the work of the Lord, as I also do.

11 T herefore let no one despise him. But send him on his journey in peace, that he may come to me; for I am waiting for him with the brethren.

12 N ow concerning our brother Apollos, I strongly urged him to come to you with the brethren, but he was quite unwilling to come at this time; however, he will come when he has a convenient time. Final Exhortations

13 W atch, stand fast in the faith, be brave, be strong.

14 L et all that you do be done with love.

15 I urge you, brethren—you know the household of Stephanas, that it is the firstfruits of Achaia, and that they have devoted themselves to the ministry of the saints—

16 t hat you also submit to such, and to everyone who works and labors with us.

17 I am glad about the coming of Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus, for what was lacking on your part they supplied.

18 F or they refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore acknowledge such men. Greetings and a Solemn Farewell

19 T he churches of Asia greet you. Aquila and Priscilla greet you heartily in the Lord, with the church that is in their house.

20 A ll the brethren greet you. Greet one another with a holy kiss.

21 T he salutation with my own hand—Paul’s.

22 I f anyone does not love the Lord Jesus Christ, let him be accursed. O Lord, come!

23 T he grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.

24 M y love be with you all in Christ Jesus. Amen.