1 Thessalonians 3:6-9

6But now that Timothy has come back to us from [his visit with] you, and has brought us good news of your [steadfast] faith and [the warmth of your] love, and [reported] that you always think kindly of us and treasure your memories of us, longing to see us just as we long to see you,

7for this reason, brothers and sisters, during all our distress and suffering we have been comforted and greatly encouraged about you because of your faith [your unwavering trust in God—placing yourselves completely in His loving hands];

8because now we really live [in spite of everything], if you stand firm in the Lord.

9For what [adequate] thanks can we offer to God for you in return for all the joy and delight we have before our God on your account?