Text: 1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:10 | Speaker: Levi Bakerink | Description: Paul continues his narrative of past events by reminding the Thessalonians of Timothy's visit and good report of their faith. He was worried that the suffering they faced would cause them to despair and leave the faith. But he was overjoyed by Timothy's report that they have remained steadfast in their faith and love. He reminds then that all of this—the suffering yet ultimate joy—is the destiny of God's people. Therefore, we all should give thanks.