1 Corinthians 16:18
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18 They have been a wonderful encouragement to me, as they have been to you. You must show your appreciation to all who serve so well.
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Philemon 7
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7 Your love has given me much joy and comfort, my brother, for your kindness has often refreshed the hearts of God’s people.
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2 Corinthians 7:13
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13 We have been greatly encouraged by this.
In addition to our own encouragement, we were especially delighted to see how happy Titus was about the way all of you welcomed him and set his mind[a] at ease.
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- 7:13 Greek his spirit.
1 Thessalonians 5:12
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Paul’s Final Advice
12 Dear brothers and sisters, honor those who are your leaders in the Lord’s work. They work hard among you and give you spiritual guidance.
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Colossians 4:8
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8 I have sent him to you for this very purpose—to let you know how we are doing and to encourage you.
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Romans 15:32
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32 Then, by the will of God, I will be able to come to you with a joyful heart, and we will be an encouragement to each other.
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Proverbs 25:25
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25 Good news from far away
is like cold water to the thirsty.
Proverbs 25:13
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13 Trustworthy messengers refresh like snow in summer.
They revive the spirit of their employer.
3 John 4
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4 I could have no greater joy than to hear that my children are following the truth.
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Philemon 20
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20 Yes, my brother, please do me this favor[a] for the Lord’s sake. Give me this encouragement in Christ.
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- 20 Greek onaimen, a play on the name Onesimus.
1 Thessalonians 3:6-7
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6 But now Timothy has just returned, bringing us good news about your faith and love. He reports that you always remember our visit with joy and that you want to see us as much as we want to see you. 7 So we have been greatly encouraged in the midst of our troubles and suffering, dear brothers and sisters,[a] because you have remained strong in your faith.
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- 3:7 Greek brothers.
2 Corinthians 7:6-7
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6 But God, who encourages those who are discouraged, encouraged us by the arrival of Titus. 7 His presence was a joy, but so was the news he brought of the encouragement he received from you. When he told us how much you long to see me, and how sorry you are for what happened, and how loyal you are to me, I was filled with joy!
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3 John 11-12
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11 Dear friend, don’t let this bad example influence you. Follow only what is good. Remember that those who do good prove that they are God’s children, and those who do evil prove that they do not know God.[a]
12 Everyone speaks highly of Demetrius, as does the truth itself. We ourselves can say the same for him, and you know we speak the truth.
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- 11 Greek they have not seen God.
Hebrews 13:7
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7 Remember your leaders who taught you the word of God. Think of all the good that has come from their lives, and follow the example of their faith.
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Philippians 2:28-29
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28 So I am all the more anxious to send him back to you, for I know you will be glad to see him, and then I will not be so worried about you. 29 Welcome him in the Lord’s love[a] and with great joy, and give him the honor that people like him deserve.
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- 2:29 Greek in the Lord.
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