1 ¶ Now concerning the collection for the saints, do what I instructed the Galatian churches to do.

2 On the first day of the week each one of you should set aside a certain amount, as God has prospered him, so that no collections will have to be taken when I come.

3 And when I arrive, I will send those whom you approve, with letters of introduction, to deliver your gift to Jerusalem.

4 And if it also seems advisable for me to go, they will go with me.

5 ¶ Now I will visit you, after I have gone through Macedonia: for I intend to pass through Macedonia.

6 And I might spend some time with you, or even stay the winter, so that you can assist me wherever I may go.

7 For I do not want to visit you briefly along the way; but I hope to remain with you for a while, if the Lord permits.

8 But I will remain at Ephesus until Pentecost.

9 For a great door of opportunity has opened to me, and there are many who oppose me.

10 ¶ Now if Timothy comes, see to it that he has nothing to worry about while he is with you: for he is doing the work of the Lord, just as I am.

11 Therefore let no one despise him: but send him on his way in peace, that he may come to me: for I am expecting him along with the brethren.

12 Now concerning our brother Apollos, I strongly urged him to go to you with the brethren: however he was not willing to go at this time; but he will visit you at a more convenient time.

13 ¶ Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, be men of courage, be strong.

14 Let everything you do be done in love.

15 Now, brethren, you know that the household of Stephanas, were the first converts in Achaia, and that they have devoted themselves to the service of the saints,

16 I urge you to cooperate with such people, and with everyone who joins in the work and labors with us.

17 I was glad when Stephanas, Fortunatus and Achaicus arrived: because they have made up for your absence.

18 For they refreshed my spirit and yours also: for that reason such men deserve your recognition.

19 ¶ The churches in Asia send you greetings. Aquila and Priscilla, together with the church that meets in their house, send you their hearty greetings in the Lord.

20 All the brethren here send you greetings. Greet one another with a holy kiss.

21 I Paul add this final greeting with my own hand.

22 If anyone does not love the Lord Jesus Christ, let him be accursed. Come, O Lord!

23 The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.

24 My love to all of you in Christ Jesus. Amen.