| 4:1 | So then, my brothers and sisters,* dear friends whom I long to see, my joy and crown, stand in the Lord in this way, my dear friends! |
| 4:2 | I appeal to Euodia and to Syntyche to agree in the Lord. |
| 4:3 | Yes, I say also to you, true companion,* help them. They have struggled together in the gospel ministry* along with me and Clement and my other coworkers, whose names are in the book of life. |
| 4:4 | Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I say, rejoice! |
| 4:5 | Let everyone see your gentleness.* The Lord is near! |
| 4:6 | Do not be anxious about anything. Instead, in every situation, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, tell your requests to God. |
| 4:7 | And the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and minds* in Christ Jesus. |
| 4:8 | Finally, brothers and sisters,* whatever is true, whatever is worthy of respect, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if something is excellent or praiseworthy, think about these things. |
| 4:9 | And what you learned and received and heard and saw in me, do these things. And the God of peace will be with you. |
| 4:10 | I have great joy in the Lord because now at last you have again expressed your concern for me. (Now I know you were concerned before but had no opportunity to do anything.)* |
| 4:11 | I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content in any circumstance. |
| 4:12 | I have experienced times of need and times of abundance. In any and every circumstance I have learned the secret of contentment,* whether I go satisfied or hungry, have plenty or nothing. |
| 4:13 | I am able to do all things* through the one* who strengthens me. |
| 4:14 | Nevertheless, you did well to share with me in my trouble. |
| 4:15 | And as you Philippians know, at the beginning of my gospel ministry, when I left Macedonia, no church shared with me in this matter of giving and receiving except you alone. |
| 4:16 | For even in Thessalonica* on more than one occasion* you sent something for my need. |
| 4:17 | I do not say this because I am seeking a gift.* Rather, I seek the credit that abounds to your account. |
| 4:18 | For I have received everything, and I have plenty. I have all I need because I received from Epaphroditus what you sent – a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, very pleasing to God. |
| 4:19 | And my God will supply your every need according to his glorious riches* in Christ Jesus. |
| 4:20 | May glory be given to God our Father forever and ever. Amen. |
| 4:21 | Give greetings to all the saints in Christ Jesus. The brothers* with me here send greetings. |
| 4:22 | All the saints greet you, especially those who belong to Caesar’s household. |
| 4:23 | The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit.* |
Philippians 4 - NET Bible [draft]
