1 Thessalonians 2:8

We cared so deeply that we were delighted to share with you not only the gospel of God, but our own lives as well. That is how beloved you have become to us.

Cross References (22)

  • 1 John 3:16 (10)

    By this we know what love is: Jesus laid down His life for us, and we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers.

  • 2 Corinthians 12:15 (8)

    And for the sake of your souls, I will most gladly spend my money and myself. If I love you more, will you love me less?

  • Philippians 2:17 (6)

    But even if I am being poured out like a drink offering on the sacrifice and service of your faith, I am glad and rejoic

  • Romans 1:11–12 (5)

    For I long to see you so that I may impart to you some spiritual gift to strengthen you,

  • Philippians 4:1 (3)

    Therefore, my brothers, whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, that is how you must stand firm in the Lord, my belo

  • 2 Corinthians 6:1 (3)

    As God’s fellow workers, then, we urge you not to receive God’s grace in vain.

  • Hebrews 13:17 (3)

    Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they watch over your souls as those who must give an account. To this end, all

  • Galatians 4:19 (3)

    My children, for whom I am again in the pains of childbirth until Christ is formed in you,

  • Jeremiah 13:15–17 (2)

    Listen and give heed. Do not be arrogant, for the LORD has spoken.

  • Philippians 2:20 (2)

    I have nobody else like him who will genuinely care for your needs.

  • Philemon 1:1 (2)

    Paul, a prisoner of Christ Jesus, and Timothy our brother, To Philemon our beloved fellow worker,

  • Colossians 4:12 (2)

    Epaphras, who is one of you and a servant of Christ Jesus, sends you greetings. He is always wrestling in prayer for you

  • Romans 10:1 (2)

    Brothers, my heart’s desire and prayer to God for the Israelites is for their salvation.

  • Philippians 2:25–26 (2)

    But I thought it necessary to send back to you Epaphroditus, my brother, fellow worker, and fellow soldier, who is also

  • Colossians 1:28 (2)

    We proclaim Him, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone perfect in Christ.

  • Romans 15:29 (2)

    I know that when I come to you, I will come in the fullness of the blessing of Christ.

  • Romans 9:1–3 (2)

    I speak the truth in Christ; I am not lying, as confirmed by my conscience in the Holy Spirit.

  • Colossians 1:7 (2)

    You learned it from Epaphras, our beloved fellow servant, who is a faithful minister of Christ on our behalf,

  • 2 Corinthians 6:11–13 (2)

    We have spoken freely to you, Corinthians. Our hearts are open wide.

  • Acts 20:23–24 (1)

    I only know that in town after town the Holy Spirit warns me that chains and afflictions await me.

  • Philippians 1:8 (1)

    God is my witness how I long for all of you with the affection of Christ Jesus.

  • Luke 7:2 (1)

    There a highly valued servant of a centurion was sick and about to die.