1 Thessalonians 3:9 cpdv — For what thanks would we be able to repay to God because of you, for all the joy with which we rejoice over you before…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"For what thanks would we be able to repay to God because of you, for all the joy with which we rejoice over you before our God? "

— 1 Thessalonians 3:9, Catholic Public Domain Version

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1 Thessalonians 3 — Context

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But then, when Timothy arrived to us from you, he reported to us your faith and charity, and that you keep a good remembrance of us always, desiring to see us, just as we likewise desire to see you.

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As a result, we were consoled in you, brothers, in the midst of all our difficulties and tribulations, through your faith.

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For we now live so that you may stand firm in the Lord.

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For what thanks would we be able to repay to God because of you, for all the joy with which we rejoice over you before our God?

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For night and day, ever more abundantly, we are praying that we may see your face, and that we may complete those things that are lacking in your faith.

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But may God our Father himself, and our Lord Jesus Christ, direct our way to you.

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And may the Lord multiply you, and make you abound in your charity toward one another and toward all, just as we also do toward you,

1 Thessalonians 3:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Thessalonians 3:9 say?
1 Thessalonians 3:9 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “For what thanks would we be able to repay to God because of you, for all the joy with which we rejoice over you before our God? ”
Where is 1 Thessalonians 3:9 in the Bible?
1 Thessalonians 3:9 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Thessalonians, chapter 3, verse 9.
Who wrote 1 Thessalonians?
1 Thessalonians is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle. It was written c. AD 50–51.
What is the book of 1 Thessalonians about?
One of Paul's earliest letters — encouragement to a baby church doing well under persecution. He commends their faith, instructs them on sexual purity and brotherly love, and answers their questions about believers who have died before Christ's return.
What are the major themes of 1 Thessalonians?
1 Thessalonians explores themes including Hope of Christ's Return, Sanctification, Brotherly Love, Encouragement. These themes shape the meaning and context of 1 Thessalonians 3:9.
What translation should I read 1 Thessalonians 3:9 in?
1 Thessalonians 3:9 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 1 Thessalonians 3:9?
1 Thessalonians 3:9 reads (CPDV): “For what thanks would we be able to repay to God because of you, for all the joy with which we rejoice over you before our God? ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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