It is right for me to think this way about all of you, because I have you in my heart, and you are all partners with me in grace, both in my imprisonment and in the defense and establishment of the gospel.

What does it matter? Just that in every way, whether out of false motives or true, Christ is proclaimed. And in this I rejoice. Yes, and I will rejoice

not being frightened in any way by your opponents. This is a sign of destruction for them, but of your deliverance—and this is from God.

fulfill my joy by thinking the same way, having the same love, sharing the same feelings, focusing on one goal.

In the same way you should also be glad and rejoice with me.

Therefore, all who are mature should think this way. And if you think differently about anything, God will reveal this also to you.

So then, my brothers, you are dearly loved and longed for—my joy and crown. In this manner stand firm in the Lord, dear friends.