A discussion started among them about who would be the greatest.
Be devoted to each other like a loving family. Excel in showing respect for each other.
Because of the kindness that God has shown me, I ask you not to think of yourselves more highly than you should. Instead, your thoughts should lead you to use good judgment based on what God has given each of you as believers.
Do everything without complaining or arguing.
Don’t act out of selfish ambition or be conceited. Instead, humbly think of others as being better than yourselves.
I wrote a letter to the congregation. But Diotrephes, who loves to be in charge, won’t accept us.
