Philippians 4:1-23 July 20, 2019 Paul’s Closing Chapter, final encouragement and prayer Philippians 4:1 Therefore, my beloved and longed-for brethren, my joy and crown, so stand fast in the Lord, beloved. Paul uses the word, Crown, as given to an athlete who had won the race, because they stand fast in the Lord, were encouraging to Him. Paul uses the…