But even after we had suffered before, and were shamefully treated, as you know, at Philippi, we were bold in our God to speak unto you the gospel of God with much opposition.

For verily, when we were with you, we told you before that we should suffer tribulation; even as it came to pass, and you know.

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

To the end he may establish your hearts unblamable in holiness before God, even our Father, at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ with all his saints.