We always thank God for all of you and pray for you constantly. As we pray to our God and Father about you, we think of your faithful work, your loving deeds, and the enduring hope you have because of our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 Thessalonians 1:2-3

For when we brought you the Good News, it was not only with words but also with power 1 Thessalonians 1:5

And now the word of the Lord is ringing out from you to people everywhere, even beyond Macedonia and Achaia, for wherever we go we find people telling us about your faith in God 1 Thessalonians 1:8

So the word of God spread. The number of disciples in Jerusalem increased rapidly. Acts 6:7