But God, who encourages the downhearted, encouraged us by the arrival of Titus.

because some say, “His letters are weighty and forceful, but his physical presence is weak and his speech is of no account.”

We were encouraged not only by his arrival, but also by the encouragement you gave him, as he reported to us your longing, your mourning, your deep concern for me, so that I rejoiced more than ever.