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Philippians 1:15

It is true that some preach Christ out of envy and rivalry, but others out of goodwill.

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ASV

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

KJV

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

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εὐδοκίανeudokiangoodwillG2107 →
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κηρύσσουσιν.kērussousinare proclaiming —.G2784 →

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Romans 16:17–18Now I urge you, brothers, to watch out for those who create divisions and obstacles that are contrary to the teaching you have learned. Turn away from them.Philippians 2:3Do nothing out of selfish ambition or empty pride, but in humility consider others more important than yourselves.2 Corinthians 11:13For such men are false apostles, deceitful workers, masquerading as apostles of Christ.James 3:14But if you harbor bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast in it or deny the truth.2 Timothy 2:5Likewise, a competitor does not receive the crown unless he competes according to the rules.2 Corinthians 4:5For we do not proclaim ourselves, but Jesus Christ as Lord, and ourselves as your servants for Jesus’ sake.1 Peter 5:2–4Be shepherds of God’s flock that is among you, watching over them not out of compulsion, but because it is God’s will; not out of greed, but out of eagerness;2 Corinthians 1:19For the Son of God, Jesus Christ, who was proclaimed among you by me and Silvanus and Timothy, was not “Yes” and “No,” but in Him it has always been “Yes.”1 Corinthians 3:3–4for you are still worldly. For since there is jealousy and dissension among you, are you not worldly? Are you not walking in the way of man?Matthew 23:5All their deeds are done for men to see. They broaden their phylacteries and lengthen their tassels.Philippians 1:16–18The latter do so in love, knowing that I am appointed for the defense of the gospel.1 Corinthians 13:4Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.Proverbs 18:2A fool does not delight in understanding, but only in airing his opinions.1 Timothy 6:4he is conceited and understands nothing. Instead, he has an unhealthy interest in controversies and semantics, out of which come envy, strife, abusive talk, evil suspicions,Galatians 6:12Those who want to make a good impression outwardly are trying to compel you to be circumcised. They only do this to avoid persecution for the cross of Christ.Acts 8:35Then Philip began with this very Scripture and told him the good news about Jesus.1 Timothy 3:16By common confession, the mystery of godliness is great: He appeared in the flesh, was vindicated by the Spirit, was seen by angels, was proclaimed among the nations, was believed in throughout the world, was taken up in glory.James 4:5–6Or do you think the Scripture says without reason that the Spirit He caused to dwell in us yearns with envy?

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