1 Thessalonians 2:6-8 New English Translation (NET)

6. nor to seek glory from people, either from you or from others,

7. although we could have imposed our weight as apostles of Christ; instead we became little children among you. Like a nursing mother caring for her own children,

8. with such affection for you we were happy to share with you not only the gospel of God but also our own lives, because you had become dear to us.

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