1 Corinthians 16

Paul concludes his letter to the Corinthian believers by encouraging them to assist others in their time of need. The church in Jerusalem, faced with famine and poverty, would greatly benefit from the assistance of other believers - even Gentile ones. Paul desires them to send one of their own to Jerusalem to communicate the friendship and bonds of faith that connect them to this church. He outlines some plans he has for travel and gives greeting to and from those known in their assembly. His final word is to express his desire to see the Lord return soon.