Thematic Bible: In aiding ministers in their labors
Thematic Bible
Missionaries » In aiding ministers in their labors
Greet Prisca and Aquila, my fellow workers in Christ Jesus,
And when I was with you and ran short [financially], I did not burden any of you; for what I needed was fully supplied by the brothers (Silas and Timothy) who came from Macedonia (the church at Philippi). So I kept myself from being a burden to you in any way, and will continue to do so.
But it was right and commendable and noble of you to contribute for my needs and to share my difficulties with me. And you Philippians yourselves well know that in the early days of the Gospel ministry, when I left Macedonia, no church (assembly) entered into partnership with me and opened up [a debit and credit] account in giving and receiving except you only. For even in Thessalonica you sent [me contributions] for my needs, not only once but a second time.
and they have testified before the church of your love and friendship. You will do well to [assist them and] send them on their way in a manner worthy of God.