Galatians 4:20
how I wish that I were with you now and could change my tone, because I am perplexed in regard to you.
1 Thessalonians 2:17-18
But since we were taken away from you, believers, for a little while—in person, but not in heart—we endeavored, with great longing to see you face to face.
1 Corinthians 4:19-21
But I will come to you soon, if the Lord is willing, and I will find out not just the talk of these arrogant people, but [evaluate] their [spiritual] power [whether they live up to their own claims].
1 Thessalonians 3:9
For what [adequate] thanks can we offer to God for you in return for all the joy and delight we have before our God on your account?