he who has begun this good work in you will bring it to perfection against the appearance of Christ. it is but just

Now I would have you know, my brethren, that what has happen'd to me, has only conduc'd to the progress of the gospel;

wherefore God has highly exalted and given him a name, which is above every name;

you know he has stood the test, and has serv'd with me in the gospel, as a son serves with his father.

I press towards the mark for the prize to which God has called me from above by Jesus Christ.

Finally, my brethren, whatever has the character of truth, of dignity, of justice, of chastity, whatever can procure you esteem and reputation, in a word, if there be any thing virtuous or praise-worthy, let that be the object of your enquiry.

Now I joyfully thank the Lord, that your concern for me has at length reviv'd. not that you wanted the disposition, but only the opportunity.