MKJV(i)
5 For neither at any time did we use flattering words, as you know, nor with pretense of covetousness; God is witness.
6 Nor did we seek glory from men, neither from you nor from others, being able to be so with heaviness, as apostles of Christ.
7 But we were gentle among you, even as a nurse warmly cherishes her children.
8 So affectionately longing for you, we were willing to have imparted to you, not only the gospel of God, but also our own souls, because you have become beloved to us.
9 For, brothers, you remember our labor and toil. For laboring night and day in order not to put a burden on any one of you, we preached the gospel of God to you.
10 You and God are witnesses how holily and justly and blamelessly we were to you who believe,