Connecting Statement:

Paul advises the believers to have unity and humility and reminds them of Christ's example.

If there is any encouragement in Christ

"If Christ has encouraged you "

"if his love has given you any comfort"

"if you have fellowship with the Spirit"

"if you have experienced many of God's acts of tender mercy and compassion"

Paul speaks here of joy as if it were a container that can be filled. AT: "cause me to rejoice greatly" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor)