Pray for me also, that I may be given the message when I begin to speak – that I may confidently make known the mystery of the gospel,

From Paul and Timothy, slaves of Christ Jesus, to all the saints in Christ Jesus who are in Philippi, with the overseers and deacons.

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.

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.

rooted and built up in him and firm in your faith just as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.

and to wait for his Son from heaven, whom he raised from the dead, Jesus our deliverer from the coming wrath.

and to you who are being afflicted to give rest together with us when the Lord Jesus is revealed from heaven with his mighty angels.

Be conscientious about how you live and what you teach. Persevere in this, because by doing so you will save both yourself and those who listen to you.

Compete well for the faith and lay hold of that eternal life you were called for and made your good confession for in the presence of many witnesses.

O Timothy, protect what has been entrusted to you. Avoid the profane chatter and absurdities of so-called “knowledge.”

But keep away from youthful passions, and pursue righteousness, faithfulness, love, and peace, in company with others who call on the Lord from a pure heart.

and how from infancy you have known the holy writings, which are able to give you wisdom for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.

Preach the message, be ready whether it is convenient or not, reprove, rebuke, exhort with complete patience and instruction.

At my first defense no one appeared in my support; instead they all deserted me – may they not be held accountable for it.

The Lord will deliver me from every evil deed and will bring me safely into his heavenly kingdom. To him be glory for ever and ever! Amen.

Everyone with me greets you. Greet those who love us in the faith. Grace be with you all.

But exhort one another each day, as long as it is called “Today,” that none of you may become hardened by sin’s deception.

Therefore it remains for some to enter it, yet those to whom it was previously proclaimed did not enter because of disobedience.

For every high priest is appointed to offer both gifts and sacrifices. So this one too had to have something to offer.

and he entered once for all into the most holy place not by the blood of goats and calves but by his own blood, and so he himself secured eternal redemption.