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I became its servantminister">[fn] according to God's commission that was given to me for you, so that I might fulfill the ministry ofthe ministry of">[fn] the word of God.1 Corinthians 9:17; Galatians 2:7; Ephesians 3:2; Colossians 3:23;">[xr]

to whom God wanted to make known the glorious riches of this secret among the Gentiles - which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.Romans 9:23; 2 Corinthians 2:14; Ephesians 1:7; 3:8; 1 Timothy 1:1;">[xr]

Because they are united in love, I prayI pray">[fn] that their hearts may be encouraged by all the riches that come from a complete understanding of the full knowledge of Christ, who is the secret of God.2 Corinthians 1:6; Philippians 3:8; Colossians 1:9; 3:14;">[xr]

For in him the whole fullness of God lives in bodily form.John 1:14; Colossians 1:19;">[xr]

When you were buried with him in baptism, you were also raised with him through faith in the power of God, who raised him from the dead.Acts 2:24; Romans 6:4; Ephesians 1:19; 3:7; Colossians 3:1;">[xr]

It is because of these things that the wrath of God is coming on those who are disobedient.on the sons of disobedience">[fn]Romans 1:18; Ephesians 2:2; 5:6; Revelation 22:15;">[xr]

Let the word of Christof God; still other mss. read of the Lord">[fn] dwell in you with all richness and wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another with psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, and singing to God with thankfulness in your hearts.1 Corinthians 14:26; Ephesians 5:19; Colossians 4:6;">[xr]

And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.Romans 1:8; 1 Corinthians 10:31; Ephesians 5:20; Colossians 1:12; 2:7; 1 Thessalonians 5:18; Hebrews 13:15;">[xr]

At the same time also pray for us - that God would open before us a door for the word so that we may tell the secret about Christ, for which I have been imprisoned.Matthew 13:11; 1 Corinthians 4:1; 16:9; 2 Corinthians 2:12; Ephesians 6:19-20; Philippians 1:7; Colossians 1:26; 2:2; 2 Thessalonians 3:1;">[xr]

Jesus, who is called Justus, also greets you. These are the only ones of the circumcision who are fellow workers for the kingdom of God. They have been an encouragement to me.

FromFrom">[fn] Paul, Silvanus,[fn] and Timothy, to the church of the Thessalonians in union with God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. May grace and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christfrom God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ">[fn] be yours!2 Corinthians 1:19; Ephesians 1:2; 2 Thessalonians 1:1; 1 Peter 5:12;">[xr]

We always thank God for all of you when we mention you in our prayers.Romans 1:8; Ephesians 1:16;">[xr]

In the presence of our God and Father, we constantly remember how your faith is active,your work of faith">[fn] your love is hard at work,your labor of love">[fn] and your hope in our Lord Jesus Christ is enduring.the endurance of hope of our Lord Jesus Christ">[fn]John 6:29; Romans 16:6; Galatians 5:6; 1 Thessalonians 2:13; 3:6; 2 Thessalonians 1:3,11; Hebrews 6:10; James 2:17;">[xr]

Brothers whom God loves, we know that he has chosen you,Colossians 3:12; 2 Thessalonians 2:13;">[xr]

From you the word of the Lord has spread out not only in Macedonia and Achaia, but also in every place where your faith in God has become known. As a result, we do not need to say anything.Romans 1:8; 10:18; 2 Thessalonians 1:4;">[xr]

As you know, we suffered persecution and were mistreated in Philippi. Yet we were encouraged by our God to tell you hisGod's">[fn] gospel in spite of strong opposition.Acts 16:22; 17:2; Philippians 1:30; Colossians 2:1; 1 Thessalonians 1:5;">[xr]

Rather, because we have been approved by God to be entrusted with the gospel, we speak as we do, not trying to please people but God, who tests our motives.Proverbs 17:3; Romans 8:27; 1 Corinthians 7:25; 9:17; Galatians 1:10; 2:7; 1 Timothy 1:11-12; Titus 1:3;">[xr]

As you know, we did not come with words of flattery or with a scheme to make money. God is our witness!Acts 20:33; Romans 1:9; 2 Corinthians 2:17; 4:2; 7:2; 12:17;">[xr]

We cared so deeply for you that we were determined to share with you not only the gospel of God but our very lives. That is how dear you were to us.Romans 1:11; 15:29; 2 Corinthians 12:15;">[xr]

You remember, brothers, our labor and toil. We worked night and day so that we would not become a burden to any of you while we proclaimed the gospel of God to you.Acts 20:34; 1 Corinthians 4:12; 2 Corinthians 11:9; 12:13-14; 2 Thessalonians 3:8;">[xr]