What does Philippians 1:17 mean?

Philippians 1:17 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Philippians 1:17 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

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

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

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

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

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

19For I know that this shall turn to my salvation through your prayer, and the supply of the Spirit of Jesus Christ,

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