1   Therefore, my brothers, whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, stand firm in the Lord in this way, my beloved. 2   I appeal to Euodia and I appeal to Syntyche to agree in the Lord. 3   Yes, I ask you also, true companion, help these women, for they labored with me in the gospel, 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 your gentleness be evident to all people. The Lord is near. 6   Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. 7   And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. 8   Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is of good report; if there is any virtue, and if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. 9   And the things you learned and received and heard and saw in me, do these things. And the God of peace will be with you. 10   Now I rejoice in the Lord greatly that at last you have renewed your concern for me. You were indeed concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. 11   I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content in any circumstance. 12   I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. In any and every circumstance I have learned the secret, whether full or hungry, whether having a lot or being in need. 13   I can do all things through him who strengthens me. 14   Still, you have done well to share my hardship. 15   And you Philippians yourselves know that in the beginning of the gospel, when I left Macedonia, no church shared with me in the matter of giving and receiving except you only. 16   For even in Thessalonica you sent me help more than once for my needs. 17   Not that I seek the gift, but I seek the fruit that increases to your account. 18   But I have received everything in full and have an abundance. I am well supplied, having received from Epaphroditus the things you sent, a sweet-smelling fragrance, an acceptable sacrifice, pleasing to God. 19   And my God will supply all your needs according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus. 20   Now to our God and Father be glory forever and ever. Amen. 21   Greet every saint in Christ Jesus. The brothers 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.

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