The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Philippians, often referred to as simply Philippians, is one of the New Testament books of the Bible. It is a letter written by Paul to the church in Philippi, which he founded during his second missionary journey. The letter is full of encouragement and exhortation for the believers there, and is considered one of Paul's most personal and warmest letters. Synonyms for Philippians include "Letter to the Philippians," "Epistle to the Philippians," and even simply "Philippians," as it is commonly referred to in Christian circles. Regardless of what it is called, the message that Paul conveyed to the Philippians continues to inspire and encourage Christians today.