Because we did want to come to see you; I mean, that I myself, Paul, wanted again and again to come, but Satan prevented it.

But Timothy has just now returned from visiting you and has told us the good news about your faith and love. He also told us that you always have fond memories of us and want to see us, just as we want to see you.

So that your conduct may win respect from those outside the Church, and that you may not want for anything.

But we do not want you to be ignorant, brothers, concerning those who have fallen asleep, so that you do not grieve like the rest, who have no hope.

Thank God whatever happens. For this is what God through Christ Jesus wants you to do.