Philippians 1:17

Modern English Version

But the latter preach out of love, knowing that I am appointed for the defense of the gospel.

Cross References

Philippians 2:3

Let nothing be done out of strife or conceit, but in humility let each esteem the other better than himself.

Philippians 1:7

It is right for me to think this of you all because I have you in my heart, since both in my imprisonments and in the defense and confirmation of the gospel, you all are fellow partakers of my grace.

2 Timothy 4:16

At my first defense no one stood with me, but everyone forsook me. May it not be charged against them.

1 Timothy 2:7

For this I was appointed a preacher and an apostle (I speak the truth in Christ and do not lie), a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and truth.

Acts 26:24

So as he made his defense, Festus said with a loud voice, “Paul, you are mad. Much learning is turning you to madness.”

Acts 26:1

Then Agrippa said to Paul, “You are permitted to speak for yourself.” So Paul stretched out his hand and made his defense:

Acts 22:1

“Brothers and fathers, hear my defense that I now make before you.”

Luke 21:14

Therefore resolve in your hearts beforehand not to practice your defense.

Romans 2:8

But for those who are contentious and do not obey the truth, but obey unrighteousness, there will be indignation and wrath.

Philippians 1:18

What then? Only that in every way, whether in pretense or in truth, Christ is preached. And in this I rejoice. Indeed, I will rejoice.

2 Timothy 2:9

in which I suffer trouble like a criminal, even with chains. But the word of God is not bound.