1 Thessalonians 3:1-2; 1 Thessalonians 3:8-11

1 Thessalonians 3:1-2

1 We couldn't wait any longer. So we thought it was best to be left by ourselves in Athens.

2 We sent our brother Timothy to give you strength and hope in your faith. He works together with God in spreading the good news about Christ.

1 Thessalonians 3:8-11

8 Now we really live, because you are standing firm in the Lord.

9 How can we thank God enough for you because of all the joy that comes only from our God?

10 Night and day we pray very hard that we will see you again. We want to give you what is missing in your faith.

11 Now may our God and Father himself and our Lord Jesus open up a way for us to come to you.