Philippians 2:21 nasb — For they all seek after their own interests, not those of Christ Jesus.

NASB

"For they all seek after their own interests, not those of Christ Jesus."

— Philippians 2:21, NASB

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Philippians 2 — Context

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You too, I urge you, rejoice in the same way and share your joy with me.

19

But I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you shortly, so that I also may be encouraged when I learn of your condition.

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For I have no one else of kindred spirit who will genuinely be concerned for your welfare.

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For they all seek after their own interests, not those of Christ Jesus.

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But you know of his proven worth, that he served with me in the furtherance of the gospel like a child serving his father.

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Therefore I hope to send him immediately, as soon as I see how things go with me;

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and I trust in the Lord that I myself also will be coming shortly.

Philippians 2:21 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Philippians 2:21 say?
Philippians 2:21 in the NASB reads: “For they all seek after their own interests, not those of Christ Jesus.”
Where is Philippians 2:21 in the Bible?
Philippians 2:21 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Philippians, chapter 2, verse 21.
Who wrote Philippians?
Philippians is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle (from prison). It was written c. AD 60–62.
What is the book of Philippians about?
Written from prison, Philippians is the most joyful letter in the New Testament — a tender thank-you to a beloved church and a call to humble unity, modeled supremely by Christ who "emptied himself" and was exalted as Lord. Joy in any circumstance is its heartbeat.
What are the major themes of Philippians?
Philippians explores themes including Joy, Humility, Christ-likeness, Contentment, Citizenship in Heaven. These themes shape the meaning and context of Philippians 2:21.
What translation should I read Philippians 2:21 in?
Philippians 2:21 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Philippians 2:21?
Philippians 2:21 reads (NASB): “For they all seek after their own interests, not those of Christ Jesus.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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