² I plead with Euodia and I plead with Syntyche to be of the same mind^(A) in the Lord. ³ Yes, and I ask you, my true companion, help these women since they have contended at my side in the cause of the gospel, along with Clement and the rest of my co-workers,^(B) whose names are in the book of life.^(C)

Final Exhortations

⁴ Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!^{(D) 5} Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.^{(E) 6} Do not be anxious about anything,^(F) but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.^{(G) 7} And the peace of God,^(H) which transcends all understanding,^(I) will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

⁸ Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. ⁹ Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice.^(J) And the God of peace^(K) will be with you.

Final Greetings

²¹ Greet all God’s people in Christ Jesus. The brothers and sisters who are with me^(A) send greetings. ²² All God’s people^(B) here send you greetings, especially those who belong to Caesar’s household.

²³ The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ^(C) be with your spirit.^(D) Amen.^[a]