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1 Corinthians 16:15

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

You know that Stephanas and his family were the first in Achaia to have faith in the Lord. They have done all they can for God's people. My friends, I ask you

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While Gallio was governor of Achaia, some of the Jewish leaders got together and grabbed Paul. They brought him into court

Take care of God's needy people and welcome strangers into your home.

I am now on my way to Jerusalem to deliver the money that the Lord's followers in Macedonia and Achaia collected for God's needy people.

Pray that God will protect me from the unbelievers in Judea, and that his people in Jerusalem will be pleased with what I am doing.

Welcome her in a way that is proper for someone who has faith in the Lord and is one of God's own people. Help her in any way you can. After all, she has proved to be a respected leader for many others, including me.

Greet the church that meets in their home. Greet my dear friend Epaenetus, who was the first person in Asia to have faith in Christ.

I did baptize the family of Stephanas, but I don't remember if I baptized anyone else.

When you collect money for God's people, I want you to do exactly what I told the churches in Galatia to do.

I was glad to see Stephanas and Fortunatus and Achaicus. Having them here was like having you.

They even asked and begged us to let them have the joy of giving their money for God's people.

I don't need to write to you about the money you plan to give for God's people.

She must also be well known for doing all sorts of good things, such as raising children, giving food to strangers, welcoming God's people into her home, helping people in need, and always making herself useful.

My friend, your love has made me happy and has greatly encouraged me. It has also cheered the hearts of God's people.

God is always fair. He will remember how you helped his people in the past and how you are still helping them. You belong to God, and he won't forget the love you have shown his people.

Each of you has been blessed with one of God's many wonderful gifts to be used in the service of others. So use your gift well.

All these are pure virgins, and they follow the Lamb wherever he leads. They have been rescued to be presented to God and the Lamb as the most precious people on earth.




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