¹⁵ When she and her household were baptized, she urged us, saying, “If you have judged me to be faithful to the Lord, come and stay at my home.” And she prevailed upon us.^(A)

¹⁴ he will give you a message by which you and your entire household will be saved.’

² Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels without knowing it.^(A)

³³ At the same hour of the night he took them and washed their wounds; then he and his entire family were baptized without delay.

²⁹ But they urged him strongly, saying, “Stay with us, because it is almost evening and the day is now nearly over.” So he went in to stay with them.

³ But he urged them strongly, so they turned aside to him and entered his house, and he made them a feast and baked unleavened bread, and they ate.^(A)

⁸ Therefore we ought to support such people, so that we may become coworkers with the truth.

⁵ Beloved, you do faithfully whatever you do for the brothers and sisters, even though they are strangers to you;^(A)

Final Greetings and Benediction

¹² Through Silvanus, whom I consider a faithful brother, I have written this short letter to encourage you and to testify that this is the true grace of God. Stand fast in it.^(A)

¹⁷ So if you consider me your partner, welcome him as you would welcome me.^(A)