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It is very probable that the faithful in the church of Corinth did send these three persons, namely, Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus, to St. Paul, at this time at Ephesus, to acquaint him with the state of the church, the rents and scisms that were amongst them; and to desire the interposure of his authority, and the exercise of his apostolical power, in order to the healing of those unhappy breaches.
Now, says the apostle, I am glad of the coming of these men, whom you sent with your letters of inquiry to me; for that account of your affairs which was lacking on your parts in your letter, they have supplied: I am glad, I say, for they have refreshed my spirit with their presence and discourse, and will at their return refresh yours also; therefore acknowledge ye them that are such, own their services, and honour them for the same. There is a tribute of double honour, respect, and reverence, due and payable to such as labour in the church's services even unto weariness, and are willing to spend and be spent in such services as they are capable of, for the benefit of the church in general, or any member thereof in particular.