Philippians

Therefore, my brothers and sisters, whom I love and long for, you are my glory and crown; be steadfast in the Lord.

Recommendations

I urge Euodia and Syntyche to reach a mutual understanding in the Lord.

And I also ask you, my faithful companion, to help these women, for they have worked with me in the service of the gospel, along with Clement and my other fellow workers, whose names are written in the book of life.

Rejoice in the Lord always! Again, I shall say it: Rejoice!

May everyone see your gentle and understanding heart. The Lord is near:

do not be anxious about anything. In everything, bring your requests to God through prayer and supplication, along with thanksgiving.

Then, the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.

Finally, brothers and sisters, think about whatever is true, honorable, just, pure, lovely, and admirable. Pay attention to anything worth praise and admiration.

Put into action what you have learned from me, what I have shared with you, what you heard from me, or saw me do, and the God of peace will be with you.

Thanks and Final Greetings

I rejoice in the Lord because of your concern for me. You were truly concerned about me before, but you had no chance to show it.

I do not say this because I am in need; I have learned to get by with what I have.

I know what it’s like to be in want and to have plenty. I am trained for both: to be hungry or satisfied, to have much or little.

I can do all things through him who gives me strength.

However, you were right to share my trials.

You Philippians, remember that in the beginning, when we first preached the gospel after I left Macedonia, you alone opened a debit and credit account for me,

and when I was in Thessalonica, twice you sent me what I needed.

It is not your gift that I value, but rather the interest growing in your own account.

Now I have enough and more than enough, with everything Epaphroditus brought me on your behalf and which I received as fragrant offerings pleasing to God.

God himself will supply your every need according to his riches, and show you his generosity in Christ Jesus.

Glory to God, our Father, forever and ever: Amen.

Greet all who believe in Christ Jesus. The brothers and sisters with me send their greetings.

All the believers here send their greetings, especially those from Caesar’s household.

The grace of Christ Jesus the Lord be with your spirit.