1 Thessalonians 2:17-20
Christian Standard Bible
Paul’s Desire to See Them
17 But as for us, brothers and sisters, after we were forced to leave you[a] for a short time (in person, not in heart(A)), we greatly desired and made every effort to return(B) and see you face to face. 18 So we wanted to come to you—even I, Paul, time and again—but Satan(C) hindered us. 19 For who is our hope or joy(D) or crown(E) of boasting(F) in the presence of our Lord(G) Jesus at his coming?(H) Is it not you?(I) 20 Indeed you are our glory(J) and joy!
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1 Thessalonians 2:17-20
Common English Bible
Paul’s desire to visit
17 Brothers and sisters, we were separated from you for a while physically but not in our hearts. We made every effort in our desire to see you again face-to-face. 18 We wanted to come to you—I, Paul, tried over and over again—and Satan stopped us. 19 What is our hope, joy, or crown that we can brag about in front of our Lord Jesus when he comes? Isn’t it all of you? 20 You are our glory and joy!
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