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Philippians 1:16

World English Bible

The former insincerely preach Christ from selfish ambition, thinking that they add affliction to my chains;

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Philippians 1:16 in other translations

the one do it of love, knowing that I am set for the defence of the gospel;

Philippians 1:16 · American Standard Version

Philippians 1:16 in context

  1. 14and that most of the brothers in the Lord, being confident through my bonds, are more abundantly bold to speak the word of God without fear.
  2. 15Some indeed preach Christ even out of envy and strife, and some also out of good will.
  3. 16The former insincerely preach Christ from selfish ambition, thinking that they add affliction to my chains;
  4. 17but the latter out of love, knowing that I am appointed for the defense of the Good News.
  5. 18What does it matter? Only that in every way, whether in pretense or in truth, Christ is proclaimed. I rejoice in this, yes, and will rejoice.