1 Thessalonians 3:1, Saint Paul testifies his great love to the Thessalonians, partly by sending Timothy unto them to strengthen and comfort them; partly by rejoicing in their well-doing; 1 Thessalonians 3:10, and partly by praying for them, and desiring a safe coming unto them.
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