1 Thessalonians 1:3-7

We remember you before our God and Father—how you put your trust in him into practice, how you work hard in love, and how you patiently wait in the hope of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Brothers and sisters, we already know that you are loved by God and are very special to him.

The good news we brought to you wasn't just words, but had power too, for the Holy Spirit completely convinced you. In the same way you know what kind of men we are since we demonstrated to you that we were working for your benefit.

You were imitating us and the Lord when you received the message, for despite your troubles you experienced the joy the Holy Spirit gives.

So you have become an example to all the believers in Macedonia and Greece!