¹⁵ It’s true that some are preaching out of jealousy and rivalry. But others preach about Christ with pure motives.

Paul’s Final Instructions

¹⁷ And now I make one more appeal, my dear brothers and sisters. Watch out for people who cause divisions and upset people’s faith by teaching things contrary to what you have been taught. Stay away from them. ¹⁸ Such people are not serving Christ our Lord; they are serving their own personal interests. By smooth talk and glowing words they deceive innocent people.

³ Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves.

¹³ These people are false apostles. They are deceitful workers who disguise themselves as apostles of Christ.

² Care for the flock that God has entrusted to you. Watch over it willingly, not grudgingly—not for what you will get out of it, but because you are eager to serve God. ³ Don’t lord it over the people assigned to your care, but lead them by your own good example. ⁴ And when the Great Shepherd appears, you will receive a crown of never-ending glory and honor.