Philippians 4:1-9
Map: ..whose names are in the book of life vs 2; rejoice in the LORD always vs 4, gentleness be evident to all ; do not be anxious of anything, but in everything by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving…..peace of God….transcends all understanding…hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus vs 6, NIV; ..whatever is noble,…pure..lovely..admirable…excellent or praiseworthy…put into practice vs 8,9.
Philippians 4:1-9
[1]So then, my brothers and sisters, how dear you are to me and how I miss you! How happy you make me, and how proud I am of you! This then, dear brothers and sisters, is how you should stand firm in your life in the Lord.
[2]Euodia and Syntyche, please, I beg you, try to agree as sisters in the Lord.
[3]And you too, my faithful partner, I want you to help these women; for they have worked hard with me to spread the gospel, together with Clement and all my other fellow-workers, whose names are in God’s book of the living.
[4]May you always be joyful in your union with the Lord. I say it again: rejoice!
[5]Show a gentle attitude towards everyone. The Lord is coming soon.
[6]Don’t worry about anything, but in all your prayers ask God for what you need, always asking him with a thankful heart.
[7]And God’s peace, which is far beyond human understanding, will keep your hearts and minds safe in union with Christ Jesus.
[8]In conclusion, my brothers and sisters, fill your minds with those things that are good and that deserve praise: things that are true, noble, right, pure, lovely, and honourable.
[9]Put into practice what you learnt and received from me, both from my words and from my actions. And the God who gives us peace will be with you.