16. as you hold firmly to the message that gives life. Then on the day when Christ returns, I can take pride in you. I can also know that my work and efforts were not useless.
17. Your faith in the Lord and your service are like a sacrifice offered to him. And my own blood may have to be poured out with the sacrifice. If this happens, I will be glad and rejoice with you.
18. In the same way, you should be glad and rejoice with me.
19. I want to be encouraged by news about you. So I hope the Lord Jesus will soon let me send Timothy to you.
20. I don't have anyone else who cares about you as much as he does.