If he has wronged you in any way, or owes you anything, charge that to my account.
I myself will be surety for him; you can hold me accountable for him. If I do not bring him back to you and set him before you, then let me bear the blame forever.
So if you consider me your partner, welcome him as you would welcome me.
I, Paul, am writing this with my own hand: I will repay it. I say nothing about your owing me even your own self.