Chosen for Salvation

13 But we must always give thanks to God for you, brothers beloved by the Lord, because God chose you [fn]from the beginning for salvation through sanctification by the Spirit and belief in the truth. 14 He called you to this through our gospel, so that you might obtain the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ. 15 So then, brothers, stand firm and hold fast to the teachings that were passed on to you, whether by word of mouth or by a letter from us.

16 Now may our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who has loved us and given us eternal comfort and good hope by his grace, 17 comfort [fn]your hearts and establish you in every good [fn]word and work.