13 I can do everything through Christ who strengthens me.
14 Nevertheless, it was kind of you to share my troubles.
15 You Philippians also know that in the early days, when I left the province of Macedonia to spread the Good News, you were the only church to share your money with me. You gave me what I needed, and you received what I gave you.
16 Even while I was in Thessalonica, you provided for my needs twice.
17 It’s not that I’m looking for a gift. The opposite is true. I’m looking for your resources to increase.
18 You have paid me in full, and I have more than enough. Now that Epaphroditus has brought me your gifts, you have filled my needs. Your gifts are a soothing aroma, a sacrifice that God accepts and with which he is pleased.
19 My God will richly fill your every need in a glorious way through Christ Jesus.