1 Thessalonians 2:17

“But we, brethren, being taken from you for a short time in presence, not in heart, endeavoured the more abundantly to see your face with great desire.”

"But we, brethren, being taken from you for a short time in presence, not in heart, endeavoured the more abundantly to see your face with great desire." - 1 Thessalonians 2:17
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What does 1 Thessalonians 2:17 mean?

1 Thessalonians 2:17 (KJV) reads, "But we, brethren, being taken from you for a short time in presence, not in heart, endeavoured the more abundantly to see your face with great desire." This verse is part of a letter written by the apostle Paul to the church in Thessalonica. In…

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Longing in Separation: A Devotional on 1 Thessalonians 2:17

In 1 Thessalonians 2:17, Paul expresses a profound sentiment: "But we, brethren, being taken from you for a short time in presence, not in heart, endeavoured the more abundantly to see your face with great desire." This verse reflects the deep bonds of fellowship and love that…

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A Prayer for Connection and Love in Separation

Heavenly Father, As I bow my head in reverence before You, I acknowledge Your infinite wisdom and the perfect plans You hold for each of us. Today, I come to You, reflecting on the profound words written in 1 Thessalonians 2:17, which remind us of the deep bonds of love and…

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