10 Now if Timotheus come, see that he may be with you without fear: for he worketh the work of the Lord, as I also do.
10 When Timothy comes, see to it that he has nothing to fear while he is with you, for he is carrying on the work of the Lord, just as I am.
10 When Timothy comes, see that you put him at ease among you, for he is doing the work of the Lord, as I am.
10 If Timothy shows up, take good care of him. Make him feel completely at home among you. He works so hard for the Master, just as I do.
10 Now if Timothy comes, see that he may be with you without fear; for he does the work of the Lord, as I also do.
10 When Timothy comes, don't intimidate him. He is doing the Lord's work, just as I am.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on 1 Corinthians 16:10
Commentary on 1 Corinthians 16:10-12
(Read 1 Corinthians 16:10-12)
Timothy came to do the work of the Lord. Therefore to vex his spirit, would be to grieve the Holy Spirit; to despise him, would be to despise Him that sent him. Those who work the work of the Lord, should be treated with tenderness and respect. Faithful ministers will not be jealous of each other. It becomes the ministers of the gospel to show concern for each other's reputation and usefulness.