Finally, my brothers and sisters, rejoice in the Lord! To write this again is no trouble to me, and it is a safeguard for you.

Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ!

You should have the same attitude toward one another that Christ Jesus had,

For I am sure of this very thing, that the one who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus.

For it has been granted to you not only to believe in Christ but also to suffer for him,

for the one bringing forth in you both the desire and the effort – for the sake of his good pleasure – is God.

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

Now I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, so that I too may be encouraged by hearing news about you.

Therefore let those of us who are “perfect” embrace this point of view. If you think otherwise, God will reveal to you the error of your ways.

And since I am sure of this, I know that I will remain and continue with all of you for the sake of your progress and joy in the faith,

For many live, about whom I have often told you, and now, with tears, I tell you that they are the enemies of the cross of Christ.