1 Thessalonians 2:4-8

4Instead, just as we have been approved by God to be entrusted with the gospel, so we speak, not to please people, but rather God, who examines our hearts.

5For we never used flattering speech, as you know, or had greedy motives  — God is our witness  —

6and we didn’t seek glory from people, either from you or from others.

7Although we could have been a burden as Christ’s apostles, instead we were gentle among you, as a nurse nurtures her own children.

8We cared so much for you that we were pleased to share with you not only the gospel of God but also our own lives, because you had become dear to us.