^{2 Ref} We always give thanks to God for all of you, mentioning you in our prayers,

^{3 Ref} remembering without ceasing your work of faith and labor of love and patience of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ, before our God and Father.

^{4 Ref} We know, brothers{The word for "brothers" here and where context allows may also be correctly translated "brothers and sisters" or "siblings."} loved by God, that you are chosen,

^{2 Ref} We give thanks to God always for you all, making mention `of you' in our prayers;

^{3 Ref} remembering without ceasing your work of faith and labor of love and patience of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ, before our God and Father;

^{4 Ref} knowing, brethren beloved of God, your election,