Philippians 1:26-28

New Testament for Everyone

²⁶ so that the pride you take in Messiah Jesus may overflow because of me, when I come to visit you once again.

The gospel in public

²⁷ The one thing I would stress is this: your public behavior must match up to the gospel of the Messiah. That way, whether I do come and see you or whether I remain elsewhere, the news that I get about you will indicate that you are standing firm with a single spirit, struggling side by side with one united intent for the faith of the gospel, ²⁸ and not letting your opponents intimidate you in any way. This is a sign from God: one that signifies their destruction, but your salvation.