Philippians 4:18

Paul felt fully satisfied. He had received the Philippians’ recent gift in full. This acknowledgment was his written receipt for their donation as well as a thank you note. He also viewed their gift as an offering ultimately made to God that was acceptable to Him. Sweet savor offerings in Israel were sacrifices made in worship more than to atone for sin. The Philippians were serving as believer-priests by sending their gifts to Paul.

Other sacrifices Christians can make to God beside our material possessions (Philippians 4:18) include our bodies (Romans 12:1-2), our converts (Romans 15:16), our praise (Hebrews 13:15), and our good works (Hebrews 13:16).