10 | I rejoice in the Lord greatly that now at length you have revived your concern for me; you were indeed concerned for me, but you had no opportunity. |
11 | Not that I complain of want; for I have learned, in whatever state I am, to be content. |
12 | I know how to be abased, and I know how to abound; in any and all circumstances I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and want. |
13 | I can do all things in him who strengthens me. |
14 | Yet it was kind of you to share my trouble. |
15 | And you Philippians yourselves know that in the beginning of the gospel, when I left Macedo'nia, no church entered into partnership with me in giving and receiving except you only; |
16 | for even in Thessaloni'ca you sent me help once and again. |
17 | Not that I seek the gift; but I seek the fruit which increases to your credit. |
18 | I have received full payment, and more; I am filled, having received from Epaphrodi'tus the gifts you sent, a fragrant offering, a sacrifice acceptable and pleasing to God. |