17. From Miletus, Paul sent for the elders of the church at Ephesus.
18. When they arrived, he spoke to them. "You know how I lived the whole time I was with you," he said. "From the first day I came into Asia Minor,
19. I was free of pride. I served the Lord with tears. I served him even though I was greatly tested by the evil plans of the Jews.
20. You know I haven't let anyone keep me from preaching anything that would be helpful to you. I have taught you in public and from house to house.
21. I have told both Jews and Greeks that they must turn away from their sins to God. They must have faith in our Lord Jesus.