[1] Therefore, my brethren, whom I love and long for, my joy and crown,
stand firm thus in the Lord, my beloved. [2] I entreat Eu-o'dia and I
entreat Syn'tyche to agree in the Lord. [3] And I ask you also, true
yokefellow, help these women, for they have labored side by side with me in
the gospel together with Clement and the rest of my fellow workers, whose
names are in the book of life. [4] Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will
say, Rejoice. [5] Let all men know your forbearance. The Lord is at hand.
[6] Have no anxiety about anything, but in everything by prayer and
supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. [7]
And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, will keep your hearts
and your minds in Christ Jesus. [8] Finally, brethren, whatever is true,
whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is
lovely, whatever is gracious, if there is any excellence, if there is
anything worthy of praise, think about these things. [9] What you have
learned and received and heard and seen in me, do; and the God of peace
will be with you. [10] I rejoice in the Lord greatly that now at length you
have revived your concern for me; you were indeed concerned for me, but you
had no opportunity. [11] Not that I complain of want; for I have learned,
in whatever state I am, to be content. [12] I know how to be abased, and I
know how to abound; in any and all circumstances I have learned the secret
of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and want. [13] I can do all things
in him who strengthens me. [14] Yet it was kind of you to share my trouble.
[15] And you Philippians yourselves know that in the beginning of the
gospel, when I left Macedo'nia, no church entered into partnership with me
in giving and receiving except you only; [16] for even in Thessaloni'ca you
sent me help once and again. [17] Not that I seek the gift; but I seek the
fruit which increases to your credit. [18] I have received full payment,
and more; I am filled, having received from Epaphrodi'tus the gifts you
sent, a fragrant offering, a sacrifice acceptable and pleasing to God. [19]
And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory
in Christ Jesus. [20] To our God and Father be glory for ever and ever.
Amen. [21] Greet every saint in Christ Jesus. The brethren who are with me
greet you. [22] All the saints greet you, especially those of Caesar's
household. [23] The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit.
