Philippians 1:17 “The former, however, preach Christ out of selfish ambition, not sincer…”

Philippians 1:17

The former, however, preach Christ out of selfish ambition, not sincerely, supposing that they can add to the distress of my chains.

Berean Standard Bible

Other translations

King James Version

But the other of love, knowing that I am set for the defence of the gospel.

World English Bible

but the latter out of love, knowing that I am appointed for the defense of the Good News.

American Standard Version

but the other proclaim Christ of faction, not sincerely, thinking to raise up affliction for me in my bonds.

Geneva Bible 1599

But the others of loue, knowing that I am set for the defence of the Gospell.

Darby Translation

but those out of contention, announce the Christ, not purely, supposing to arouse tribulation for my bonds.

Young's Literal Translation

and the other out of love, having known that for defence of the good news I am set:

Bible in Basic English

But those are preaching Christ in a spirit of competition, not from their hearts, but with the purpose of giving me pain in my prison.

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Cross references

“that”

Philippians 1:7 Romans 1:13–17 1 Timothy 2:7 Luke 21:14 Acts 22:1 Acts 26:1

Philippians 1:7 · BSB

It is right for me to feel this way about all of you, since I have you in my heart. For in my chains and in my defense and confirmation of the gospel, you are all partners in grace with me.

Romans 1:13–17 · BSB

I do not want you to be unaware, brothers, how often I planned to come to you (but have been prevented from visiting until now), in order that I might have a harvest among you, just as I have had among the other Gentiles…

1 Timothy 2:7 · BSB

For this reason I was appointed as a preacher, an apostle, and a faithful and true teacher of the Gentiles. I am telling the truth; I am not lying about anything.

Luke 21:14 · BSB

So make up your mind not to worry beforehand how to defend yourselves.

Acts 22:1 · BSB

“Brothers and fathers, listen now to my defense before you.”

Acts 26:1 · BSB

Agrippa said to Paul, “You have permission to speak for yourself.” Then Paul stretched out his hand and began his defense:

Also

Philippians 2:3

Philippians 2:3 · BSB

Do nothing out of selfish ambition or empty pride, but in humility consider others more important than yourselves.

Cross references adapted from OpenBible.info (CC BY 4.0) and the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

In context

16The latter do so in love, knowing that I am appointed for the defense of the gospel.

18What then is the issue? Just this: that in every way, whether by false motives or true, Christ is preached. And in this I rejoice. Yes, and I will continue to rejoice,

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