MSB PHP Chapter 4

Rejoice in the Lord

Therefore, my brothers, whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, that is how you must stand firm in [the] Lord, my beloved.

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I urge Euodia and Syntyche vvv vvv to agree [with each other] in [the] Lord. 3 Yes, and[fn] I ask you, [my] true yokefellow,[fn] to help these [women] who have contended side by side with me for the gospel, along with Clement and the rest of my fellow workers, whose names [are] in [the] Book of Life.

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Rejoice in [the] Lord always. I will say [it] again: Rejoice! 5 {Let} your gentleness be apparent to all The Lord [is] near.

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Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

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Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever [is] honorable, whatever [is] right, whatever [is] pure, whatever [is] lovely, whatever [is] admirable — if anything [is] excellent [or] praiseworthy — think on these things. 9 Whatever you have learned or received or heard [from me], or seen in me, put it into practice And the God of peace will be with you.

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The Generosity of the Philippians

(2 Corinthians 8:1–15)

Now I rejoice greatly in [the] Lord that vvv at last you have revived [your] concern for me. vvv vvv vvv You were indeed concerned, but you had no opportunity [to show it]. 11 vvv I am not saying this out of need, for I have learned to be content regardless of my circumstances 12 I know [how] to live humbly, and I know [how] to abound. In any and every situation I have learned the secret of being filled and being hungry, of having plenty and having need. 13 I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength

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Nevertheless, you have done well to share in my affliction. 15 And as you Philippians know, in [the] early days of the gospel, when I left Macedonia, no church but you partnered with me in the matter of giving and receiving. 16 For even [while I was] in Thessalonica, you provided for my needs vvv again and again.

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Not that I am seeking a gift, but I am looking for the fruit that may be credited to your account. 18 I have all I need and more, now that I have received vvv your gifts from Epaphroditus. [They are] a fragrant [offering] an acceptable sacrifice, well-pleasing to God.

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And my God will supply all your needs according to His vvv glorious riches in Christ Jesus. 20 To our God and Father [be] glory vvv vvv forever [and] ever. Amen.

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Final Greetings

(Ephesians 6:21–24, 2 Timothy 4:19–22)

Greet all the saints in Christ Jesus.

The brothers who are with me send you greetings

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All the saints send you greetings especially those from the household of Caesar.

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The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ [be] with you all.[fn] Amen.[fn]