1 Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy: To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.Grace to you and peace.
2 We always thank God for all of you, remembering you constantly in our prayers.
3 We recall, in the presence of our God and Father, your work of faith, labor of love, and endurance of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ,
4 knowing your election, brothers loved by God.