Later, when Timothy was ready to assume further responsibility, Paul sent him to Thessalonica to encourage the congregation there. — 1 Thessalonians 3: 1 - 3.
Kemudian, ketika Timotius siap memikul tanggung jawab lebih lanjut, Paulus mengutusnya ke Tesalonika untuk menganjurkan sidang di sana. — 1 Tesalonika 3: 1 - 3.