13. I can do all things through Christ because he gives me strength.
14. But it was good that you helped me when I needed help.
15. You people in Philippi remember when I first preached the Good News there. When I left Macedonia, you were the only church that gave me help.
16. Several times you sent me things I needed when I was in Thessalonica.
17. Really, it is not that I want to receive gifts from you. But I want you to have the good that comes from giving.
18. And now I have everything, and more. I have all I need because Epaphroditus brought your gift to me. Your gift is like a sweet-smelling sacrifice offered to God. God accepts that sacrifice, and it pleases him.
19. My God will use his wonderful riches in Christ Jesus to give you everything you need.
20. Glory to our God and Father forever and ever! Amen.