From Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus--- To all God's people in Philippi who are in union with Christ Jesus, including the church leaders and helpers:

I thank my God for you every time I think of you;

But God, who encourages the downhearted, encouraged us with the coming of Titus.

It was not only his coming that cheered us, but also his report of how you encouraged him. He told us how much you want to see me, how sorry you are, how ready you are to defend me; and so I am even happier now.

And during the time I was with you I did not bother you for help when I needed money; the believers who came from Macedonia brought me everything I needed. As in the past, so in the future: I will never be a burden to you!

If you are being taught the Christian message, you should share all the good things you have with your teacher.

Make us strong again, and we, your people, will praise you.

Once again they will live under my protection. They will grow crops of grain and be fruitful like a vineyard. They will be as famous as the wine of Lebanon.

by our message of truth, and by the power of God. We have righteousness as our weapon, both to attack and to defend ourselves.

So then, as often as we have the chance, we should do good to everyone, and especially to those who belong to our family in the faith.