16 That ye be [a]obedient even unto such, and to all that help with us and labor.

17 I am glad of the coming of Stephanas, and Fortunatus, and Achaicus: for they have supplied the want of you.

18 For they have comforted my [b]spirit and yours: [c]acknowledge therefore such men.

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Footnotes

  1. 1 Corinthians 16:16 That you honor and reverence them, be obedient to them and be content to be ruled by them, as meet as you should, seeing they have bestowed themselves, and their goods to help you withall.
  2. 1 Corinthians 16:18 Mine heart.
  3. 1 Corinthians 16:18 Take them for such men as they are indeed.

16 to submit(A) to such people and to everyone who joins in the work and labors at it. 17 I was glad when Stephanas, Fortunatus and Achaicus arrived, because they have supplied what was lacking from you.(B) 18 For they refreshed(C) my spirit and yours also. Such men deserve recognition.(D)

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