And I will very gladly spend and be spent for your souls; though the more abundantly I love you, the less I am loved.

For we rejoice when we are weak and you are strong. And this also we pray, that you may be made complete.

But none of these things move me; nor do I count my life dear to myself, so that I may finish my course with joy, and the ministry which I received from the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God.

We are foolish because of Christ, but you are wise in Christ. We are weak, but you are strong. You are distinguished, but we are dishonored.

Yes, and if I am being poured out on the sacrifice and service of your faith, I am glad and rejoice with you all.

because for the work of Christ he came close to death, not regarding his life, to supply what was lacking in your service toward me.

By this we know the love of God, because He laid down His life for us. And we also ought to lay down our lives for the brethren.