6But just now, Timothy has returned from his visit with the good news about your faith, your love, and the fond memories you have preserved, longing to see us just as we long to see you.
7For this reason, brothers, in all our distress and persecution, we have been reassured about you, because of your faith.
— 1 Thessalonians 3:6-7

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