1 Thessalonians 3:10

Translations

Modern

Night and day we pray most earnestly that we may see you face to face and supply what is lacking in your faith.

Traditional

Night and day praying exceedingly that we might see your face, and might perfect that which is lacking in your faith?

Literal

…night and day imploring exceedingly in order to see your face and to complete the things lacking of your faith?

Latin

…nocte ac die abundantius orantes, ut videamus faciem vestram, et compleamus ea quæ desunt fidei vestræ?

Original

Greek

English

Night and day we pray most earnestly that we may see you face to face and supply what is lacking in your faith.

Notes

1 Thessalonians 2:1–3:13

The letter begins by discussing the character of Paul and his associates, as well as how the Thessalonians accepted the good news (2:1–12; 13–16).

It emphasizes Paul’s genuine care for the church, mentioning:

his efforts to visit them again (2:17–20), and
his choice to send Timothy when he could not go himself (3:1–5).

It concludes with the apostle Paul’s happiness about Timothy’s positive report and his prayers to return to the church (3:6–9; 10–13). This detailed defense addresses criticisms of Paul’s sudden departure and long absence.

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul)

Related verses

2 Corinthians 13:9
In fact, we rejoice when we are weak but you are strong, and our prayer is for your perfection.
Romans 1:10–12
…in my prayers at all times, asking that now at last by God’s will I may succeed in coming to you.
Romans 15:30–32
Now I urge you, brothers, by our Lord Jesus Christ and by the love of the Spirit, to join me in my struggle by praying to God for me.
1 Thessalonians 3:11
Now may our God and Father Himself, and our Lord Jesus, direct our way to you.
1 Thessalonians 2:17–18
Brothers, although we were torn away from you for a short time (in person, not in heart), our desire to see you face to face was even more intense.
Philippians 1:25
Convinced of this, I know that I will remain and will continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith,
2 Corinthians 1:24
Not that we lord it over your faith, but we are fellow workers with you for your joy, because it is by faith that you stand firm.
2 Corinthians 1:15
Confident of this, I planned to visit you first, so that you might receive a double blessing.
Acts 26:7
…the promise our twelve tribes are hoping to see fulfilled as they earnestly serve God day and night. It is because of this hope, O king, that I am accused by the Jews.
2 Thessalonians 1:11
To this end, we always pray for you, that our God will count you worthy of His calling, and that He will powerfully fulfill your every good desire and work of faith,
2 Timothy 1:3
I thank God, whom I serve with a clear conscience as did my forefathers, as I constantly remember you night and day in my prayers.
Philemon 1:22
In the meantime, prepare a guest room for me, because I hope that through your prayers I will be restored to you.

Glossary

First Letter to the Thessalonians Night

Topics

Grace of God: Growth In Intercession: Exemplified Love: Exemplification of the Love of Man for Man Perfection: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Prayer: should be offered Up with Earnestness Prayerfulness: General Scriptures Concerning

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