Having greeted the church in Philippi, the Apostle Paul now introduces several of the main themes that will be unpacked in the letter. These themes are expressed in praise and prayer. In verse 3, Paul gives thanks to God for the fellowship that he has with the Philippians in the spread of the gospel. Every Christian is to be united in this common front: the desire to see Jesus treasured by all. In verse 9, Paul prays that their love will abound more and more. Ever-increasing love for Jesus redounds to the glory of God.