8 the one who exhorts, in his exhortation; the one who contributes, in generosity; rthe one who leads,1 with zeal; the one who does acts of mercy, with scheerfulness.
17 Let the elders zwho rule well be considered worthy of adouble honor, especially those who labor in preaching and teaching.
7 Remember fyour leaders, those who spoke to you the word of God. Consider the outcome of their way of life, and gimitate their faith.
17 Obey xyour leaders and submit to them, yfor they are keeping watch over your souls, as those who will have to zgive an account. aLet them do this with joy and not with groaning, for that would be of no advantage to you.
24 Greet all myour leaders and all the saints. Those who come from Italy send you greetings.