1 Thessalonians 2:4-6

New Catholic Bible

⁴ God has judged us worthy to be entrusted with the gospel. Therefore, when we speak, our intention is not to please human beings but to please God who tests our hearts.

⁵ As you are also aware, and as God is our witness, we have never resorted to flattering words or to your sense of greed. ⁶ Neither did we seek praise from human beings, whether from you or from others.