Philippians 1:17

James Moffatt - New Testament

but the former proclaim Christ for their own ends, with mixed motives, intending to annoy me as I lie in prison.

Cross References

Philippians 2:3

never acting for private ends or from vanity, but humbly considering each other the better man,

Philippians 1:7

It is only natural for me to be thinking of you all in this way, for alike in my prison and as I defend and vindicate the gospel, I bear in mind how you all share with me in the grace divine.

2 Timothy 4:16

The first time I had to defend myself, I had no supporters; everyone deserted me. God grant it may not be brought up against them!

1 Timothy 2:7

and I was appointed to be its herald and apostle (I am not telling a lie, it is quite true), to teach the Gentiles faith and truth.

Acts 26:24

When he brought this forward in his defence, Festus called out, "Paul, you are quite mad! Your great learning is driving you insane."

Acts 26:1

Then Agrippa said to Paul, "You have our permission to speak upon your own behalf." At this Paul stretched out his hand and began his defence.

Acts 22:1

"Brothers and fathers, listen to the defence I now make before you."

Luke 21:14

So resolve to yourselves that you will not rehearse your defence beforehand,

Romans 2:8

but anger and wrath to those who are wilful, who disobey the Truth and obey wickedness —

Philippians 1:18

What does it matter? Anyhow, for ulterior ends or honestly, Christ is being proclaimed, and I rejoice over that; yes and I will rejoice over it.

2 Timothy 2:9

for which I have to suffer imprisonment as if I were a criminal. (But there is no prison for the word of God.)