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15 Now I exhort you, brothers (you know the (A)household of Stephanas, that [a]they were the (B)first fruits of (C)Achaia, and that they have devoted themselves for (D)service to (E)the saints), 16 that (F)you also be in subjection to such men and to everyone who helps in the work and labors. 17 And I rejoice over the [b](G)coming of Stephanas and Fortunatus and Achaicus, because they have [c]supplied (H)what was lacking on your part. 18 For they (I)have refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore (J)recognize such men.

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Footnotes

  1. 1 Corinthians 16:15 Lit it was
  2. 1 Corinthians 16:17 Or presence
  3. 1 Corinthians 16:17 Or made up for your absence

15 Now I urge you, brothers—you know about the household of Stephanas, that they are the first fruits of Achaia, and they have devoted themselves to the ministry for the saints— 16 that you also be subject to such people, and to all those who work together and labor. 17 Now I rejoice over the arrival of Stephanas and Fortunatus and Achaicus, because these make up for your absence, 18 for they have refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore recognize such people.

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