Philippians 1:16
the former proclaim Christ out of selfish ambition, not sincerely, thinking to add to my affliction while in chains,
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In The King James Version
The one preach Christ of contention, not sincerely, supposing to add affliction to my bonds:
In Context
15To be sure, some are even preaching Christ out of envy and rivalry, but others out of good will;
17but the latter out of love, knowing that I am set here for the defense of the Gospel.
Cross References
2 Corinthians 4:1Therefore, since we have received mercy along with this ministry, we do not lose heart.
Philippians 1:10for you to identify the things that really matter; that you may be sincere and blameless until the Day of Christ,
Matthew Henry on Philippians 1:13-21
The Apostle's Success and Joy. ( a. d. 62.) 12 But I would ye should understand, brethren, that the things which happened unto me have fallen out rather unto the furtherance of the gospel; 13 So that my bonds in Christ are manifest in all the palace, and in all other places; 14 And many of the brethren in the Lord, waxing confident by my bonds, are much more bold to speak the word without fear. 15 Some indeed preach Christ even of envy and strife; and some also of good will: 16 The one preach Christ of contention,… Read the whole commentary →