Esteem them very highly — Literally, more than abundantly, in love — The inexpressible sympathy that is between true pastors and their flock is intimated, not only here, but also in divers other places of this epistle. See 1 Thessalonians 2:7-8. For their work's sake — The principal ground of their vast regard for them. But how are we to esteem them who do not work at all?
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1 Thessalonians 5:13
13 And to esteem them very highly in love for their work's sake. And be at peace among yourselves.