2 Thessalonians 1:4, 6
2 Thessalonians 1:4 NASB1995
therefore, we ourselves speak proudly of you among the churches of God for your perseverance and faith in the midst of all your persecutions and afflictions which you endure.
2 Thessalonians 1:6 NASB1995
For after all it is only just for God to repay with affliction those who afflict you