ISB ~ Philippians 1 v3 - 11

Paul opens most of his letters with thanksgiving and prayer. Here he is overjoyed at the Philippians’ faithful commitment to his ministry expressed through their prayer support, encouragement, and tangible assistance (1:19; 4:14-18). His gratitude for the Philippians rises to God (1:6) along with intercessions for their spiritual growth (1:9) (CCC 2632, 2636).