I am not saying this as a command, but I am testing the genuineness of your love by comparison with the eagerness of others.

to Timothy, my genuine child in the faith. Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord!

To Titus, my genuine son in a common faith. Grace and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Savior!

Yes, I say also to you, true companion, help them. They have struggled together in the gospel ministry along with me and Clement and my other coworkers, whose names are in the book of life.