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A problem ignored is a growing problem. Paul’s advice: deal with it. Don’t ignore division. For the church to be strong and honor God, the church is to be one.

12 I am sending either Artemas or Tychicus to you. When one of them arrives, try your best to make your way to me at Nicopolis (I plan to spend the winter there). 13 Do what you can to get Zenas (the lawyer) and Apollos on their way; make sure they have everything they need. 14 Our people must learn to get involved when a need arises, particularly when the need is urgent. Teach them to do what is good so they won’t become unproductive members of the community.

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Final Remarks

12 As soon as I send Artemas or Tychicus(A) to you, do your best to come to me at Nicopolis, because I have decided to winter there.(B) 13 Do everything you can to help Zenas the lawyer and Apollos(C) on their way and see that they have everything they need. 14 Our people must learn to devote themselves to doing what is good,(D) in order to provide for urgent needs and not live unproductive lives.

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