So it is right for me to take thought for you all in this way, because I have you in my heart; for in my chains, and in my arguments before the judges in support of the good news, making clear that it is true, you all have your part with me in grace.

Doing nothing through envy or through pride, but with low thoughts of self let everyone take others to be better than himself;

To whom, though himself in the form of God, it did not seem that to take for oneself was to be like God;

But it seemed to me necessary to send to you Epaphroditus, my brother, who has taken part with me in the work and in the fight, and your servant, sent by you for help in my need;

So take him to your hearts in the Lord with all joy, and give honour to such as he is:

Brothers, take me as your example, and take note of those who are walking after the example we have given.

But I am very glad in the Lord that your care for me has come to life again; though you did in fact take thought for me, but you were not able to give effect to it.