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Philippians 1:15–17

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Some indeed preach Christ even of envy and strife; and some also of good will:
The one preach Christ of contention, not sincerely, supposing to add affliction to my bonds:
But the other of love, knowing that I am set for the defence of the gospel.
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From verse 15

  1. Romans 16:17–18Rank 1 from verse 15
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    17Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them which cause divisions and offences contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned; and avoid them.

    18For they that are such serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly; and by good words and fair speeches deceive the hearts of the simple.

  2. Philippians 2:3Rank 2 from verse 15
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    3Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.

  3. 1 Peter 5:2–4Rank 3 from verse 15
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    2Feed the flock of God which is among you, taking the oversight thereof, not by constraint, but willingly; not for filthy lucre, but of a ready mind;

    3Neither as being lords over God’s heritage, but being ensamples to the flock.

    4And when the chief Shepherd shall appear, ye shall receive a crown of glory that fadeth not away.

  4. 2 Corinthians 11:13Rank 4 from verse 15
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    13For such are false apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into the apostles of Christ.

  5. 2 Corinthians 4:5Rank 5 from verse 15
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    5For we preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord; and ourselves your servants for Jesus’ sake.

From verse 16

  1. 2 Corinthians 2:17Rank 1 from verse 16
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    17For we are not as many, which corrupt the word of God: but as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God speak we in Christ.

  2. 2 Corinthians 4:1–2Rank 2 from verse 16
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    1THEREFORE seeing we have this ministry, as we have received mercy, we faint not;

    2But have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty, not walking in craftiness, nor handling the word of God deceitfully; but by manifestation of the truth commending ourselves to every man’s conscience in the sight of God.

  3. Job 6:14Rank 3 from verse 16
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    14To him that is afflicted pity should be shewed from his friend; but he forsaketh the fear of the Almighty.

  4. Philippians 1:10Rank 4 from verse 16
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    10That ye may approve things that are excellent; that ye may be sincere and without offence till the day of Christ;

  5. Philippians 1:12Rank 5 from verse 16
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    12But I would ye should understand, brethren, that the things which happened unto me have fallen out rather unto the furtherance of the gospel;

From verse 17

  1. 2 Timothy 1:11–12Rank 1 from verse 17
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    11Whereunto I am appointed a preacher, and an apostle, and a teacher of the Gentiles.

    12For the which cause I also suffer these things: nevertheless I am not ashamed: for I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day.

  2. Philippians 2:3Rank 2 from verse 17
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    3Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.

  3. 1 Corinthians 9:16–17Rank 3 from verse 17
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    16For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel!

    17For if I do this thing willingly, I have a reward: but if against my will, a dispensation of the gospel is committed unto me.

  4. 2 Timothy 4:6–7Rank 4 from verse 17
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    6For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand.

    7I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:

  5. 1 Timothy 2:7Rank 5 from verse 17
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    7Whereunto I am ordained a preacher, and an apostle, (I speak the truth in Christ, and lie not;) a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and verity.

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Philippians 1:15

COMBINED MEANING

indeed

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Truly, certainly, actually, or in fact; used for emphasis, confirmation, or concession before a contrast.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references

COMBINED MEANING

Christ

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The Anointed One; the same title as Messias.

Meaning drawn from: Direct Scripture definition · KJV context and cross-references · Cawdrey 1604 · Webster 1828

COMBINED MEANING

even

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1. Used to emphasize, include, or precisely identify what is meant: indeed, precisely, or namely. 2. Used to mark a boundary, endpoint, or full reach in place, time, or degree: up to, as far as, or through. 3. In ‘even as,’ ‘even so,’ and like constructions, just as, exactly so, or in the same manner. 4. The evening, or close of day. 5. Equal, level, identical, balanced, or uniform.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references

COMBINED MEANING

envy

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Sense 1: Resentful desire at another's good. Sense 2: As a verb, to feel such jealousy.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references

COMBINED MEANING

good

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Sense 1: Right, morally upright, beneficial, pleasing, useful, suitable, sound, favourable, or excellent. Sense 2: A good thing, benefit, welfare, possession, or goods. Sense 3: In ‘make good,’ to repair, repay, fulfil, establish, or prove.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references

DEFINED WORDS

Philippians 1:16

COMBINED MEANING

Christ

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The Anointed One; the same title as Messias.

Meaning drawn from: Direct Scripture definition · KJV context and cross-references · Cawdrey 1604 · Webster 1828

COMBINED MEANING

supposing

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Laying down or imagining to exist or be true; stating as a case that may be; imagining; receiving as true.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references · Webster 1828

COMBINED MEANING

add

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To join or put with something else; to increase by bringing or giving more.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references · Webster 1828

COMBINED MEANING

bonds

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Sense 1: Binding ties or obligations. Sense 2: Conditions of servitude, restraint, or captivity.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references

DEFINED WORDS

Philippians 1:17

COMBINED MEANING

but

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Sense 1: However; marking contrast or qualification. Sense 2: Except or unless; excluding all others or alternatives. Sense 3: Only; no more than what follows.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references · Skeat 1893 · Webster 1828

COMBINED MEANING

love

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Sense 1: Affection, attachment, delight, goodwill, commitment, or devotion. Sense 2: To regard with affection or devotion. Sense 3: A beloved person.

Meaning drawn from: Direct Scripture definition · KJV context and cross-references

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knowing

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Sense 1: Perceiving, understanding, recognizing, or being acquainted with. Sense 2: Having knowledge or skill.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references

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set

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1. To put or place a person or thing in a position, relation, or condition; when passive, to be so placed, fixed, or adorned. 2. To establish, fix, appoint, assign, prescribe, or determine. 3. To arrange, prepare, present, display, or put in order or array. 4. To direct, turn, or firmly apply the face, heart, eyes, mind, affection, or action toward something. 5. To start, advance, send out, proceed on a course or work, or make an attack, as in set forward, set forth, or set upon where those meanings apply. 6. To value or esteem; or, in set at nought or set light by, to despise. 7. Of the sun, to go down.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references · Webster 1828

COMBINED MEANING

for

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1. In behalf of or in the place of. 2. With respect to, concerning, or toward. 3. Because of or on account of. 4. During or throughout. 5. In order to obtain or reach. 6. As a conjunction, because or seeing that.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references

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defence

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Sense 1: Protection from attack or harm; a means of defending. Sense 2: An answer made against an accusation.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references

COMBINED MEANING

gospel

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Good news or glad tidings; especially the proclaimed word of God concerning Jesus Christ, the kingdom of God, and salvation, including that Christ died for our sins, was buried, and rose again the third day according to the scriptures.

Meaning drawn from: Direct Scripture definition · KJV context and cross-references · Webster 1828

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14And many of the brethren in the Lord, waxing confident by my bonds, are much more bold to speak the word without fear.

15Some indeed preach Christ even of envy and strife; and some also of good will:

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16The one preach Christ of contention, not sincerely, supposing to add affliction to my bonds:

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17But the other of love, knowing that I am set for the defence of the gospel.

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18What then? notwithstanding, every way, whether in pretence, or in truth, Christ is preached; and I therein do rejoice, yea, and will rejoice.

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