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

1 Thessalonians 3:1-2

1 Wherefore, when we could no longer forbear, we thought it good to be left at Athens alone;

2 And sent Timothy, our brother, and minister of God, and our fellow-laborer in the gospel of Christ, to establish you, and to comfort you concerning your faith:

1 Thessalonians 3:8-11

8 For now we live, if ye stand fast in the Lord.

9 For what thanks can we render to God again for you, for all the joy with which we rejoice for your sakes before our God;

10 Night and day praying exceedingly that we may see your face, and may perfect that which is lacking in your faith?

11 Now God himself and our Father, and our Lord Jesus Christ, direct our way to you.