1 Corinthians 16
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1 Corinthians 16
1¶ Now concerning the collection for the saints, as I have given orders to the congregations {Gr. ekklesia – called out ones} of Galatia, do ye likewise.
2Each first sabbath let each one of you set aside in store, as God has prospered him, that there be no collections when I come.
3And when I come, whomever ye shall approve by your letters, them will I send to bring your liberality unto Jerusalem.
4And if it is appropriate that I go also, they shall go with me.
5¶ Now I will come unto you, when I have passed through Macedonia, for I must pass through Macedonia.
6And it may be that I will abide and winter with you, that ye may bring me on my journey wherever I go.
7For I desire not to see you now in passing, but I trust to tarry a while with you, if the Lord permits.
8But I will tarry at Ephesus until Pentecost.
9For a great and effectual door is opened unto me, and there are many adversaries.
10¶ Now if Timothy comes, see that he may stay with you securely, for he does the work of the Lord, as I also do.
11Let no man therefore despise him, but conduct him forth in peace that he may come unto me, for I look for him with the brothers.
12As touching our brother Apollos, I greatly desired him to come unto you with some of the brothers, but his will was not at all to come at this time, but he will come when he shall have opportunity.
13¶ Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, be brave, be strong.
14Let all your things be done with charity.
15I beseech you, brethren (ye know the house of Stephanas, that it is the firstfruits of Achaia and that they have dedicated themselves to the ministry of the saints),
16that ye submit yourselves unto such and to each one that helps and labours.
17I am glad of the coming of Stephanas and Fortunatus and Achaicus, for they have filled your absence.
18For they have refreshed my spirit and yours; therefore, acknowledge ye those that are such.
19¶ The congregations {Gr. ekklesia – called out ones} of Asia salute you. Aquila and Priscilla salute you much in the Lord, with the congregation {Gr. ekklesia – called out ones} that is in their house.
20All the brothers greet you. Greet ye one another with a holy kiss.
21The salutation of me, Paul, is with my own hand.
22If any man does not love the Lord Jesus Christ, let him be anathema. Our Lord has come.
23The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.
24My charity in Christ Jesus be with you all. Amen.
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The Jubilee Bible 2000 (JUB) by Ransom Press International
1 Corinthians 16
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Coming to See You
1-4Regarding the relief offering for poor Christians that is being collected, you get the same instructions I gave the churches in Galatia. Every Sunday each of you make an offering and put it in safekeeping. Be as generous as you can. When I get there you’ll have it ready, and I won’t have to make a special appeal. Then after I arrive, I’ll write letters authorizing whomever you delegate, and send them off to Jerusalem to deliver your gift. If you think it best that I go along, I’ll be glad to travel with them.
5-9I plan to visit you after passing through northern Greece. I won’t be staying long there, but maybe I can stay awhile with you—maybe even spend the winter? Then you could give me a good send-off, wherever I may be headed next. I don’t want to just drop by in between other “primary” destinations. I want a good, long, leisurely visit. If the Master agrees, we’ll have it! For the present, I’m staying right here in Ephesus. A huge door of opportunity for good work has opened up here. (There is also mushrooming opposition.)
10-11If Timothy shows up, take good care of him. Make him feel completely at home among you. He works so hard for the Master, just as I do. Don’t let anyone disparage him. After a while, send him on to me with your blessing. Tell him I’m expecting him, and any friends he has with him.
12About our friend Apollos, I’ve done my best to get him to pay you a visit, but haven’t talked him into it yet. He doesn’t think this is the right time. But there will be a “right time.”
13-14Keep your eyes open, hold tight to your convictions, give it all you’ve got, be resolute, and love without stopping.
15-16Would you do me a favor, friends, and give special recognition to the family of Stephanas? You know, they were among the first converts in Greece, and they’ve put themselves out, serving Christians ever since then. I want you to honor and look up to people like that: companions and workers who show us how to do it, giving us something to aspire to.
17-18I want you to know how delighted I am to have Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus here with me. They partially make up for your absence! They’ve refreshed me by keeping me in touch with you. Be proud that you have people like this among you.
19The churches here in western Asia send greetings.
Aquila, Priscilla, and the church that meets in their house say hello.
20All the friends here say hello.
Pass the greetings around with holy hugs!
21And I, Paul—in my own handwriting!—send you my regards.
22If anyone won’t love the Master, throw him out. Make room for the Master!
23Our Master Jesus has his arms wide open for you.
24And I love all of you in the Messiah, in Jesus.
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