Let All Be Done in Love

Paul ends his letter with practical instructions. Believers in Jerusalem were poor, so Paul organized a collection from the churches. He asks each Corinthian to set aside money on the first day of the week, as each one could. Trusted people would carry the gift to Jerusalem.

Paul shares his plans to visit after passing through Macedonia. A great door for work had opened for him in Ephesus, though there were many who opposed him. He asks the church to welcome Timothy without fear and says Apollos will come when he can. He commends the household of Stephanas, the first believers in the region, who devoted themselves to serving others.

With a few strong words, Paul tells them to watch, stand firm in the faith, be courageous, and be strong. Then he gives the key to the whole letter, which is to do everything in love. He sends greetings from Aquila and Priscilla and the church in their house, and he closes with grace and love for them all.