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Philippians 2:21
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Philippians 2:21
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For everyone looks out for their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ.
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Philippians 2:21 in Other Translations
KJV
21
For all seek their own, not the things which are Jesus Christ's.
ESV
21
For they all seek their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ.
NLT
21
All the others care only for themselves and not for what matters to Jesus Christ.
MSG
21
Most people around here are looking out for themselves, with little concern for the things of Jesus.
CSB
21
all seek their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ.
Philippians 2:21 In-Context
19
I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, that I also may be cheered when I receive news about you.
20
I have no one else like him, who will show genuine concern for your welfare.
21
For everyone looks out for their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ.
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But you know that Timothy has proved himself, because as a son with his father he has served with me in the work of the gospel.
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I hope, therefore, to send him as soon as I see how things go with me.
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1 Corinthians 10:24
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1 Corinthians 13:5
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