They have comforted me, and they have comforted you. Therefore, show people like these your appreciation.
Like the coolness of snow on a harvest day, ⌞so⌟ is a trustworthy messenger to those who send him: He refreshes his masters.
⌞Like⌟ cold water to a thirsty soul, so is good news from far away.
Also pray that by the will of God I may come to you with joy and be refreshed when I am with you.
This is what has comforted us. In addition to being comforted, we were especially pleased to see how happy Titus was. All of you had put his mind at ease.
I’m sending him to you so that you may know how we are doing and so that he may encourage you.
Brothers and sisters, we ask you to show your appreciation for those leaders who work among you and instruct you.
So, because we’re brothers in the Lord, do something for me. Give me some comfort because of Christ.
Your love ⌞for God’s people⌟ gives me a lot of joy and encouragement. You, brother, have comforted God’s people.
Remember your leaders who have spoken God’s word to you. Think about how their lives turned out, and imitate their faith.
Nothing makes me happier than to hear that my children are living according to the truth.