TSK · 2 Timothy 1:4

Those who shed tears as they plant will shout for joy when they reap the harvest.

The LORD says,“At that time young women will dance and be glad. Young men and old men will rejoice. I will turn their grief into gladness. I will give them comfort and joy in place of their sorrow.

Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive it, so that your joy may be complete.

Therefore be alert, remembering that night and day for three years I did not stop warning each one of you with tears.

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

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

Forced Absence from Thessalonica But when we were separated from you, brothers and sisters, for a short time(in presence, not in affection) we became all the more fervent in our great desire to see you in person.

Make every effort to come before winter. Greetings to you from Eubulus, Pudens, Linus, Claudia, and all the brothers and sisters.

because the Lamb in the middle of the throne will shepherd them and lead them to springs of living water, and God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.”