1 Thessalonians 2:19

For what is our hope, or joy, or crown of rejoicing? Is it not even you in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ at His coming?

Surrounding context

2:18 Therefore we wanted to come to you--even I, Paul, time and again--but Satan hindered us.

2:19 For what is our hope, or joy, or crown of rejoicing? Is it not even you in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ at His coming?

2:20 For you are our glory and joy.