1 Thessalonians 1:2
NASB
1 Thes 1:2
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We give thanks to God always for all of you, making mention {of you} in our prayers;
1 Thes 1:3
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constantly bearing in mind your work of faith and labor of love and steadfastness of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ in the presence of our God and Father,
1 Thes 1:4
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knowing, brethren beloved by God, {His} choice of you;
1 Thes 1:5
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for our gospel did not come to you in word only, but also in power and in the Holy Spirit and with full conviction; just as you know what kind of men we proved to be among you for your sake.
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