But be imitators of what is good, always in a good way, and not only when I am present with you
Other versions
King James Version
But it is good to be zealously affected always in a good thing, and not only when I am present with you.English Standard Version
It is always good to be made much of for a good purpose, and not only when I am present with you,New International Version
It is fine to be zealous, provided the purpose is good, and to be so always and not just when I am with you.