When we could stand it no longer,
Left in Athens feeling stronger
We sent Timothy, our brother true,
To lift your faith, to see you through
Through trials we are destined seen, Persecutions our reality,
But your faith brings us joy and light,
In the presence of our God so bright
With fear I sent to find your way, hoping the tempter didn't sway
Timothy brought news so sweet, your faith and love made our hearts beat
Through trials we are destined seen, Persecutions our reality,
But your faith brings us joy and light,
In the presence of our God so bright
In distress we're encouraged still,
Your faith stands firm, it's God's will
Night and day we earnestly pray,
To see you again, to strengthen your way
Through trials we are destined seen, Persecutions our reality,
But your faith brings us joy and light,
In the presence of our God so bright
May God clear the way for us, to come to you In Him we trust
May your love for all increase,
In holiness find perfect peace
Through trials we are destined seen, Persecutions our reality,
But your faith brings us joy and light,
In the presence of our God so bright
Strengthen your hearts, be blameless pure, in God's presence forever secure
When Jesus comes with all His own,
In His glory we'll be whole