12. I have experienced times of need and times of abundance. In any and every circumstance I have learned the secret of contentment, whether I go satisfied or hungry, have plenty or nothing.
13. I am able to do all things through the one who strengthens me.
14. Nevertheless, you did well to share with me in my trouble.
15. And as you Philippians know, at the beginning of my gospel ministry, when I left Macedonia, no church shared with me in this matter of giving and receiving except you alone.
16. For even in Thessalonica on more than one occasion you sent something for my need.
17. I do not say this because I am seeking a gift. Rather, I seek the credit that abounds to your account.
18. For I have received everything, and I have plenty. I have all I need because I received from Epaphroditus what you sent – a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, very pleasing to God.
19. And my God will supply your every need according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus.
20. May glory be given to God our Father forever and ever. Amen.
21. Give greetings to all the saints in Christ Jesus. The brothers with me here send greetings.