Psalm 1 / I Thessalonians 2:1-8

In our second week reading from I Thessalonians, Paul reminds the Thessalonians of the integrity of his work. The reading is I Thessalonians 2:1-8.

In verses 4-5, Paul points out that he and the other apostles sought to present the truth about God, and not to manipulate people. How has the church done, over the years, at this task?

The last verse seems so unlike Paul — so affectionate and “soft”. What benefits are there when we seek not only to share the gospel, but also ourselves?