1 Thessalonians 2:17
As for me, my brethren, having been so abruptly separated from you, in person, tho' not in affection, I have the more ardently endeavour'd to see you again.
1 Corinthians 5:3
as for me, though I am absent in person, yet being present by my authority, with regard to him that has committed this fact, I am come to the same resolution, as if I was present,
Colossians 2:5
for tho' I am absent in person, yet I am present with you in my mind, and am glad to perceive the regularily of your affairs, and the stedfastness of your faith in Christ.
Luke 22:15
and he said to them, I have ardently desired to eat this passover with you, before I suffer.
Acts 17:10
Immediately the brethren sent away Paul and Silas by night to Berea, where being arriv'd, they went into the synagogue.
Romans 1:13
now I would not have you ignorant, my brethren, that I often purposed to come to you, tho' I have been hindered hitherto, that I might be useful among you as well as among other Gentiles.
Romans 15:23
but now there being no further occasion for me in these parts, and having had a great desire these many years to visit you;
Philippians 1:22-26
whether it be an advantage to me or not still to lead this mortal life, what to chuse I cannot tell.
1 Thessalonians 3:6
but Timothy, upon his arrival here from you, brings us the agreeable news of the perseverance of your faith and charity, that you always make honourable mention of us, and that you desire to see us as ardently as we do to see you.
1 Thessalonians 3:10-11
whilst night and day we make our ardent requests to him, that we may once more be present with you, that nothing may be wanting to the perfection of your faith?