Most of the brothers in the Lord have gained confidence from my imprisonment and dare even more to speak the message fearlessly.

He humbled Himself by becoming obedient
to the point of death—
even to death on a cross.

So then, my dear friends, just as you have always obeyed, not only in my presence, but now even more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling.

But even if I am poured out as a drink offering on the sacrifice and service of your faith, I am glad and rejoice with all of you.

For even in Thessalonica you sent gifts for my need several times.