Philippians 2:21

For, they all, their own things, do seek, not the things of Christ Jesus;

The Emphasised Bible by J. B. Rotherham

In The King James Version

For all seek their own, not the things which are Jesus Christ’s.

In Context

20For, no one, have I, of equal soul, who, genuinely, as to the things that concern you, will be anxious;

22But, of the proof of him, be taking note,—that, as child, with father, with me, hath he done service for the glad-message;

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Cross References

2 Kings 12:6But it came to pass, that, in the twenty-third year of King Jehoash, the priests had not repaired the breaches of the house.

Malachi 1:10Who is there, even among you, that will shut the doors, so as not to set light to mine altar, for nothing? I can take no pleasure in you, saith Yahweh of hosts, and, your present, can I not accept at your hand.

Luke 9:57And, as they were journeying on the road, one said unto him—I will follow thee, whithersoever thou shalt depart.

Acts 13:13And, setting sail from Paphos, Paul’s company came into Perga of Pamphylia; but, John, withdrawing from them, returned unto Jerusalem.

1 Corinthians 10:24Let, no one, be seeking, what concerneth himself, but that which concerneth some one else.

1 Corinthians 13:5Acteth not unbecomingly, seeketh not her own things, is not easily provoked, imputeth not that which is base,

Matthew Henry on Philippians 2:20-30

Praise of Timothy and Epaphroditus. ( a. d. 62.) 19 But I trust in the Lord Jesus to send Timotheus shortly unto you, that I also may be of good comfort, when I know your state. 20 For I have no man likeminded, who will naturally care for your state. 21 For all seek their own, not the things which are Jesus Christ's. 22 But ye know the proof of him, that, as a son with the father, he hath served with me in the gospel. 23 Him therefore I hope to send presently, so soon as I shall see how it will go with me. 24 But… Read the whole commentary →

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