1 Thessalonians 1:6

1:6 And you became imitators of us and of the Lord, when you received the message with joy that comes from the Holy Spirit, despite great affliction.

1 Thessalonians 1:9

1:9 For people everywhere report how you welcomed us and how you turned to God from idols to serve the living and true God

1 Thessalonians 2:15

2:15 who killed both the Lord Jesus and the prophets and persecuted us severely. They are displeasing to God and are opposed to all people,