14. But it was very good of you to help me in my troubles.
15. You Philippians know very well that when I left Macedonia in the early days of preaching the Good News, you were the only church to help me; you were the only ones who shared my profits and losses.
16. More than once when I needed help in Thessalonica, you sent it to me.
17. It is not that I just want to receive gifts; rather, I want to see profit added to your account.
18. Here, then, is my receipt for everything you have given me — and it has been more than enough! I have all I need now that Epaphroditus has brought me all your gifts. They are like a sweet-smelling offering to God, a sacrifice which is acceptable and pleasing to him.
19. And with all his abundant wealth through Christ Jesus, my God will supply all your needs.