Faithfulness

For it is only right 

for me 

to feel this way about you all, 

because I have you in my heart, 

since both in my imprisonment 

and in the defense 

and confirmation of the gospel, 

you all are partakers of grace with me.   Philippians 1:7 | NASB

     It makes sense to Paul to feel the way he feels about the Philippians, because they have proven themselves as brothers and sisters. They have been with him during his freedom, his imprisonment, and have worked in his defense.

     Who comes to mind that brings tenderness to the heart because of their faithfulness?