Philippians 1:17

Holy Bible: Easy-to-Read Version

But those others tell about Christ because of their selfish ambition. Their reason for doing it is wrong. They only do it because they think it will make trouble for me in prison.

Cross References

Philippians 2:3

In whatever you do, don’t let selfishness or pride be your guide. Be humble, and honor others more than yourselves.

Philippians 1:7

I know I am right to think like this about all of you because you are so close to my heart. This is because you have all played such an important part in God’s grace to me—now, during this time that I am in prison, and whenever I am defending and proving the truth of the Good News.

2 Timothy 4:16

The first time I defended myself, no one helped me. Everyone left me. I pray that God will forgive them.

1 Timothy 2:7

And I was chosen as an apostle to tell people that message. (I am telling the truth. I am not lying.) I was chosen to teach those who are not Jews to believe and understand the truth.

Acts 26:24

While Paul was still defending himself, Festus shouted, “Paul, you are out of your mind! Too much study has made you crazy.”

Acts 26:1

Agrippa said to Paul, “You may now speak to defend yourself.” Paul raised his hand to get their attention and began to speak.

Acts 22:1

Paul said, “My brothers and fathers, listen to me! I will make my defense to you.”

Luke 21:14

Decide now not to worry about what you will say.

Romans 2:8

But others are selfish and refuse to follow truth. They follow evil. God will show his anger and punish them.

Philippians 1:18

But that doesn’t matter. What is important is that they are telling people about Christ, whether they are sincere or not. So I am glad they are doing it. I will continue to be glad,

2 Timothy 2:9

And because I tell that message, I am suffering. I am even bound with chains like someone who has really done wrong. But God’s message is not bound.