Galatians 4:13-19

13But you know it was because of a physical illness that I first proclaimed the gospel to you,

14and though my physical condition put you to the test, you did not despise or reject me. Instead, you welcomed me as though I were an angel of God, as though I were Christ Jesus himself!

15Where then is your sense of happiness now? For I testify about you that if it were possible, you would have pulled out your eyes and given them to me!

16So then, have I become your enemy by telling you the truth?

17They court you eagerly, but for no good purpose; they want to exclude you, so that you would seek them eagerly.

18However, it is good to be sought eagerly for a good purpose at all times, and not only when I am present with you.

19My children – I am again undergoing birth pains until Christ is formed in you!