I thank my God every time I remember you,
In the past you were slaves to sin—sin controlled you. But thank God, you fully obeyed the things that you were taught.
I always thank my God for you because of the grace God has given you in Christ Jesus.
We have so much joy before our God because of you. We cannot thank him enough for all the joy we feel.
We must always thank God for you, brothers and sisters. This is only right, because your faith is growing more and more, and the love that every one of you has for each other is increasing.
I thank God as I always mention you in my prayers, day and night. I serve him, doing what I know is right as my ancestors did.
