Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version For everyone looks out for their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. New Living Translation All the others care only for themselves and not for what matters to Jesus Christ. English Standard Version For they all seek their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. Berean Standard Bible For all the others look after their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. Berean Literal Bible For those all are seeking the things of themselves, not the things of Jesus Christ. King James Bible For all seek their own, not the things which are Jesus Christ's. New King James Version For all seek their own, not the things which are of Christ Jesus. New American Standard Bible For they all seek after their own interests, not those of Christ Jesus. NASB 1995 For they all seek after their own interests, not those of Christ Jesus. NASB 1977 For they all seek after their own interests, not those of Christ Jesus. Legacy Standard Bible For they all seek after their own interests, not those of Christ Jesus. Amplified Bible For the others [who deserted me after my arrest] all seek [to advance] their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. Christian Standard Bible all seek their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. Holman Christian Standard Bible all seek their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. American Standard Version For they all seek their own, not the things of Jesus Christ. Contemporary English Version The others think only about what interests them and not about what concerns Christ Jesus. English Revised Version For they all seek their own, not the things of Jesus Christ. GOD'S WORD® Translation Everyone else looks after his own interests, not after those of Jesus Christ. Good News Translation Everyone else is concerned only with their own affairs, not with the cause of Jesus Christ. International Standard Version For all the others look after their own interests, not after those of Jesus the Messiah. Majority Standard Bible For all the others look after their own interests, not those of Christ Jesus. NET Bible Others are busy with their own concerns, not those of Jesus Christ. New Heart English Bible For they all seek their own, not the things of Jesus Christ. Webster's Bible Translation For all seek their own, not the things of Jesus Christ. Weymouth New Testament Everybody concerns himself about his own interests, not about those of Jesus Christ. World English Bible For they all seek their own, not the things of Jesus Christ. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionfor the whole seek their own things, not the things of Christ Jesus, Berean Literal Bible For those all are seeking the things of themselves, not the things of Jesus Christ. Young's Literal Translation for the whole seek their own things, not the things of the Christ Jesus, Smith's Literal Translation For they all seek the things of themselves, and not the things of Christ Jesus. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleFor all seek the things that are their own; not the things that are Jesus Christ's. Catholic Public Domain Version For they all seek the things that are of themselves, not the things that are of Jesus Christ. New American Bible For they all seek their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. New Revised Standard Version All of them are seeking their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleFor all seek their own, not the things which are Jesus Christ’s. Aramaic Bible in Plain English For they are all seeking what is their own and not what is of Yeshua The Messiah. NT Translations Anderson New Testamentfor all seek their own, not the things of Jesus Christ. Godbey New Testament for all are seeking after their own, and not the things of Jesus Christ. Haweis New Testament For all seek their own interests, not those of Christ Jesus. Mace New Testament the most consult their private advantage, and neglect the dispensation of Jesus Christ. Weymouth New Testament Everybody concerns himself about his own interests, not about those of Jesus Christ. Worrell New Testament for all are seeking their own, not the things of Jesus Christ. Worsley New Testament For all seek their own interests, not those of Christ Jesus. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Timothy and Epaphroditus…20I have nobody else like him who will genuinely care for your needs. 21For all the others look after their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. 22But you know Timothy’s proven worth, that as a child with his father he has served with me to advance the gospel.… Cross References 2 Timothy 3:2 For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, arrogant, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, 2 Timothy 4:10 because Demas, in his love of this world, has deserted me and gone to Thessalonica. Crescens has gone to Galatia, and Titus to Dalmatia. 1 Corinthians 10:24 No one should seek his own good, but the good of others. 1 Corinthians 13:5 It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no account of wrongs. Romans 15:1-3 We who are strong ought to bear with the shortcomings of the weak and not to please ourselves. / Each of us should please his neighbor for his good, to build him up. / For even Christ did not please Himself, but as it is written: “The insults of those who insult You have fallen on Me.” 2 Corinthians 5:15 And He died for all, that those who live should no longer live for themselves, but for Him who died for them and was raised again. Matthew 6:33 But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you. Matthew 16:24-26 Then Jesus told His disciples, “If anyone wants to come after Me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow Me. / For whoever wants to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will find it. / What will it profit a man if he gains the whole world, yet forfeits his soul? Or what can a man give in exchange for his soul? Luke 9:23-25 Then Jesus said to all of them, “If anyone wants to come after Me, he must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow Me. / For whoever wants to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will save it. / What does it profit a man to gain the whole world, yet lose or forfeit his very self? Galatians 5:24 Those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. James 3:16 For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder and every evil practice. 1 John 2:15-17 Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. / For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh, the desires of the eyes, and the pride of life—is not from the Father but from the world. / The world is passing away, along with its desires; but whoever does the will of God remains forever. Proverbs 14:12 There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death. Proverbs 18:1 He who isolates himself pursues selfish desires; he rebels against all sound judgment. Isaiah 56:11 Like ravenous dogs, they are never satisfied. They are shepherds with no discernment; they all turn to their own way, each one seeking his own gain: Treasury of Scripture For all seek their own, not the things which are Jesus Christ's. all. Philippians 2:4 Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others. Isaiah 56:11 Yea, they are greedy dogs which can never have enough, and they are shepherds that cannot understand: they all look to their own way, every one for his gain, from his quarter. Malachi 1:10 Who is there even among you that would shut the doors for nought? neither do ye kindle fire on mine altar for nought. I have no pleasure in you, saith the LORD of hosts, neither will I accept an offering at your hand. the. Philippians 1:20,21 According to my earnest expectation and my hope, that in nothing I shall be ashamed, but that with all boldness, as always, so now also Christ shall be magnified in my body, whether it be by life, or by death… 2 Corinthians 1:5 For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also aboundeth by Christ. 2 Corinthians 5:14,15 For the love of Christ constraineth us; because we thus judge, that if one died for all, then were all dead: … Jump to Previous Christ Christ's Concerns Interests Jesus Looks Seek Theirs WholeJump to Next Christ Christ's Concerns Interests Jesus Looks Seek Theirs WholePhilippians 2 1. Paul exhorts them to unity, and to all humbleness of mind, by the example of Christ's humility;12. to a careful proceeding in the way of salvation, that they be as lights to a wicked world, 16. and comforts to him their apostle, who is now ready to be offered up to God. 19. He hopes to send Timothy to them, and Epaphroditus also. For all the others This phrase indicates a general observation about the behavior of people around Paul. It suggests a contrast between the majority and a minority who are faithful. In the context of Philippians, Paul is writing from prison, and he is highlighting the scarcity of those who are genuinely committed to the work of the Gospel. This reflects a common theme in Paul's letters, where he often distinguishes between true believers and those who are not fully committed (e.g., 2 Timothy 4:10). look after their own interests not those of Jesus Christ Persons / Places / Events 1. Paul the ApostleThe author of the letter to the Philippians, writing from prison to encourage and instruct the church in Philippi. 2. Philippi A Roman colony in Macedonia, where Paul established a church during his second missionary journey. 3. Timothy Mentioned in the surrounding verses as a faithful servant who genuinely cares for the welfare of the Philippians, contrasting with those who seek their own interests. 4. Jesus Christ Central figure of the Christian faith, whose interests and mission are to be prioritized by believers. 5. The Philippian Church The recipients of Paul's letter, known for their generosity and partnership in the gospel. Teaching Points Selflessness in ServiceBelievers are called to prioritize the interests of Jesus Christ over their own. This requires a heart of humility and a willingness to serve others. Contrast with Worldly Values The world often promotes self-interest and personal gain. Christians are to stand apart by seeking the welfare of others and the advancement of Christ's mission. Role Models in Faith Timothy serves as an example of someone who genuinely cares for the interests of Jesus Christ. Believers should seek to emulate such role models in their own lives. Examination of Motives Regularly assess whether your actions and decisions are driven by personal gain or by a desire to honor Christ and serve His purposes. Community and Accountability Engage with fellow believers to encourage one another in prioritizing Christ's interests, fostering a community that reflects His love and mission.(21) For all seek their own, not the things which are Jesus Christ's.--Compare our Lord's words, "Ye shall be scattered every man to his own (things), and shall leave Me alone" (John 16:32). St. Paul's declaration is startling; for he had certainly some "brethren with him" (Philippians 4:21). But the scanty notice of them in the close of this Epistle contrasts strongly with the detailed and affectionate mention of his companions by name in Colossians 4:7-14; Philemon 1:23-24. It would seem as if at this time he was either separated accidentally from his most trusty disciples, or that there had been a temporary falling away from him, in some degree like that which he describes with so much sadness in 2Timothy 4:9-10; 2Timothy 4:16. His words need not be taken as accusing all of absolute selfishness and unfaithfulness, but they are nevertheless startling enough. . . . Verse 21. - For all seek their own, not the things which are Jesus Christ's. All of them, he says (οἱ πάντες); Timothy is the one exception. He calls those about him brethren in Philippians 4:21; but, it seems, they were like St. Paul, not willing to spend and to be spent for the salvation of souls. It was a great sacrifice in one who so yearned for Christian sympathy to submit to the absence of the one true loving friend. St. Paul's spiritual isolation increases our wonder and admiration for the strain of holy joy which runs through this Epistle. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Forγὰρ (gar) Conjunction Strong's 1063: For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason. all πάντες (pantes) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 3956: All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. the others οἱ (hoi) Article - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. look after ζητοῦσιν (zētousin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 2212: To seek, search for, desire, require, demand. Of uncertain affinity; to seek; specially, to worship, or to plot. their own ἑαυτῶν (heautōn) Reflexive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Plural Strong's 1438: Himself, herself, itself. interests, τὰ (ta) Article - Accusative Neuter Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. not οὐ (ou) Adverb Strong's 3756: No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not. those τὰ (ta) Article - Accusative Neuter Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. of Jesus Ἰησοῦ (Iēsou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 2424: Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites. Christ. Χριστοῦ (Christou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 5547: Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus. 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