1 And so, my most beloved and most desired brothers, my joy and my crown: stand firm in this way, in the Lord, most beloved.
2 I ask Euodia, and I beg Syntyche, to have the same understanding in the Lord.
3 And I also ask you, as my genuine companion, to assist those women who have labored with me in the Gospel, with Clement and the rest of my assistants, whose names are in the Book of Life.
4 Rejoice in the Lord always. Again, I say, rejoice.
5 Let your modesty be known to all men. The Lord is near.
6 Be anxious about nothing. But in all things, with prayer and supplication, with acts of thanksgiving, let your petitions be made known to God.
7 And so shall the peace of God, which exceeds all understanding, guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
8 Concerning the rest, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is chaste, whatever is just, whatever is holy, whatever is worthy to be loved, whatever is of good repute, if there is any virtue, if there is any praiseworthy discipline: meditate on these.
9 All the things that you have learned and accepted and heard and seen in me, do these. And so shall the God of peace be with you.
10 Now I rejoice in the Lord exceedingly, because finally, after some time, your feelings for me have flourished again, just as you formerly felt. For you had been preoccupied.
11 I am not saying this as if out of need. For I have learned that, in whatever state I am, it is sufficient.
12 I know how to be humbled, and I know how to abound. I am prepared for anything, anywhere: either to be full or to be hungry, either to have abundance or to endure scarcity.
13 Everything is possible in him who has strengthened me.
14 Yet truly, you have done well by sharing in my tribulation.
15 But you also know, O Philippians, that at the beginning of the Gospel, when I set out from Macedonia, not a single church shared with me in the plan of giving and receiving, except you alone.
16 For you even sent to Thessalonica, once, and then a second time, for what was useful to me.
17 It is not that I am seeking a gift. Instead, I seek the fruit that abounds to your benefit.
18 But I have everything in abundance. I have been filled up, having received from Epaphroditus the things that you sent; this is an odor of sweetness, an acceptable sacrifice, pleasing to God.
19 And may my God fulfill all your desires, according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.
20 And to God our Father be glory forever and ever. Amen.
21 Greet every saint in Christ Jesus.
22 The brothers who are with me greet you. All the saints greet you, but especially those who are of Caesar’s household.
23 May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit. Amen.
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Chapter 4 of Philippians is an appeal to joy and gratitude, even in the midst of difficulties and uncertainties. The apostle Paul encourages the Philippians not to worry about anything, but in all to present their petitions to God with thanksgiving, and promises that the peace of God, which exceeds all understanding, will keep their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Paul also thanks the Philippians for their generosity and communion with him, and urges them to persevere to follow the example of Christ. Follow five verses that relate to the topics covered in Philippians 4:
Proverbs 3:5-6: "Trust in the Lord of all your heart and do not rely on your own understanding; recognize the Lord in all your ways, and He will straighten your paths." This verse highlights the importance of God's trust and dependence on all aspects of life, a theme that is also central to Philippians 4.
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18: "Always be happy, pray continuously, give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." This verse emphasizes the importance of joy, prayer and gratitude, three attitudes that Paul emphasizes in Philippians 4.
James 1:2-4: "My brothers, consider the fact that they go through various trials, for you know that proof of your faith produces perseverance. And perseverance must have complete action, so that you may be mature and righteous, without lacking anything. " This verse shows how trials can lead to spiritual growth and maturity, a theme that is also addressed in Philippians 4.
Colossians 3:15: "May the peace of Christ be the judge in your hearts, since you have been called to live in peace as members of one body. And grateful." This verse highlights the importance of peace and gratitude, two themes that are also emphasized in Philippians 4.
Hebrews 13:5-6: "Keep free from love to money and are content with what you have, because God Himself said, 'I will never leave you, I will never abandon you.' We can therefore say confidence: ' The Lord is my helper, I will not fear. What can men do to me? '"This verse highlights the importance of trust in God and satisfaction with what we have, themes that are also emphasized in Philippians 4.
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