1 Corinthians 16:1-24 NASB

[1] Now concerning the collection for the saints, as I directed the churches of Galatia, so you are to do as well. [2] On the first day of every week, each of you is to put aside and save as he may prosper, so that no collections need to be made when I come. [3] When I arrive, whomever you approve, I will send them with letters to take your gift to Jerusalem; [4] and if it is appropriate for me to go also, they will go with me. [5] But I will come to you after I go through Macedonia; for I am going through Macedonia, [6] and perhaps I will stay with you or even spend the winter, so that you may send me on my way wherever I go. [7] For I do not want to see you now just in passing; for I hope to remain with you for some time, if the Lord permits. [8] But I will remain in Ephesus until Pentecost; [9] for a wide door for effective service has opened to me, and there are many adversaries. [10] Now if Timothy comes, see that he has no reason to be afraid while among you, for he is doing the Lord’s work, as I also am. [11] So do not look down on him, anyone. But send him on his way in peace, so that he may come to me; for I expect him with the brothers. [12] Now concerning our brother Apollos, I strongly encouraged him to come to you with the brothers; and it was not at all his desire to come now, but he will come when he has the opportunity. [13] Be on the alert, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. [14] All that you do must be done in love. [15] Now I urge you, brothers and sisters: you know the household of Stephanas, that they are the first fruits of Achaia, and that they have devoted themselves to ministry to the saints; [16] I urge that you also be subject to such as these and to everyone who helps in the work and labors. [17] I rejoice over the coming of Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus, because they have supplied what was lacking on your part. [18] For they have refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore acknowledge such men. [19] The churches of Asia greet you. Aquila and Prisca greet you heartily in the Lord, with the church that is in their house. [20] All the brothers and sisters greet you. Greet one another with a holy kiss. [21] The greeting is in my own hand—that of Paul. [22] If anyone does not love the Lord, he is to be accursed. Maranatha! [23] The grace of the Lord Jesus be with you. [24] My love be with you all in Christ Jesus. Amen.