Paul's Gratitude and the Secret of Contentment

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Now I rejoice greatly in the Lord that at last you have revived your concern for me. You were indeed concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it.

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I am not saying this out of need, for I have learned to be content regardless of my circumstances.

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I know how to live humbly, and I know how to abound. I am accustomed to any and every situation—to being filled and being hungry, to having plenty and having need.

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I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.

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Nevertheless, you have done well to share in my affliction.

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And as you Philippians know, in the early days of the gospel, when I left Macedonia, no church but you partnered with me in the matter of giving and receiving.

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For even while I was in Thessalonica, you provided for my needs again and again.

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Not that I am seeking a gift, but I am looking for the fruit that may be credited to your account.

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I have all I need and more, now that I have received your gifts from Epaphroditus. They are a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, well-pleasing to God.

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And my God will supply all your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus.

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To our God and Father be glory forever and ever. Amen.

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