Philippians 1:17

But the other of loue, knowing that I am set for the defence of the Gospel.
- King James Version (1611) - View 1611 Bible Scan

the former proclaim Christ out of selfish ambition rather than from pure motives, thinking to cause me distress in my imprisonment.
- New American Standard Version (1995)

but the other proclaim Christ of faction, not sincerely, thinking to raise up affliction for me in my bonds.
- American Standard Version (1901)

But those are preaching Christ in a spirit of competition, not from their hearts, but with the purpose of giving me pain in my prison.
- Basic English Bible

The former, however, preach Christ out of selfish ambition, not sincerely, supposing that they can add to the distress of my chains.
- Berean Standard Bible Bible

but those out of contention, announce the Christ, not purely, supposing to arouse tribulation for my bonds.
- Darby Bible

And some out of contention preach Christ not sincerely: supposing that they raise affliction to my bands.
- Douay-Rheims Bible

but the other proclaim Christ of faction, not sincerely, thinking to raise up affliction for me in my bonds.
- English Revised Version

but the latter out of love, knowing that I am appointed for the defense of the Good News.
- World English Bible

Wesley's Notes for Philippians 1:17

1:17 But the others out of love - To Christ and me. Knowing - Not barely, supposing. That I am set - Literally, I lie; yet still going forward in his work. He remained at Rome as an ambassador in a place where he is employed on an important embassy.