⁴ In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray^(A) with joy

¹⁸ But what does it matter? The important thing is that in every way, whether from false motives or true, Christ is preached. And because of this I rejoice.

Yes, and I will continue to rejoice,

²⁵ Convinced of this, I know that I will remain, and I will continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith,

² then make my joy complete^(A) by being like-minded,^(B) having the same love, being one^(C) in spirit and of one mind.

¹⁷ But even if I am being poured out like a drink offering^(A) on the sacrifice^(B) and service coming from your faith, I am glad and rejoice with all of you.^(C)

¹⁸ So you too should be glad and rejoice with me.

²⁸ Therefore I am all the more eager to send him,^(A) so that when you see him again you may be glad and I may have less anxiety.

²⁹ So then, welcome him in the Lord with great joy, and honor people like him,^(A)

No Confidence in the Flesh

3 Further, my brothers and sisters, rejoice in the Lord! It is no trouble for me to write the same things to you again,^(A) and it is a safeguard for you.

Closing Appeal for Steadfastness and Unity

4 Therefore, my brothers and sisters, you whom I love and long for,^(A) my joy and crown, stand firm^(B) in the Lord in this way, dear friends!