Philippians 4:17 nasb — Not that I seek the gift itself, but I seek for the profit which increases to your account.

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"Not that I seek the gift itself, but I seek for the profit which increases to your account."

— Philippians 4:17, NASB

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Philippians 4 — Context

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Nevertheless, you have done well to share with me in my affliction.

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You yourselves also know, Philippians, that at the first preaching of the gospel, after I left Macedonia, no church shared with me in the matter of giving and receiving but you alone;

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for even in Thessalonica you sent a gift more than once for my needs.

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Not that I seek the gift itself, but I seek for the profit which increases to your account.

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But I have received everything in full and have an abundance; I am amply supplied, having received from Epaphroditus what you have sent, a fragrant aroma, an acceptable sacrifice, well-pleasing to God.

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And my God will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.

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Now to our God and Father be the glory forever and ever. Amen.

Philippians 4:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Philippians 4:17 say?
Philippians 4:17 in the NASB reads: “Not that I seek the gift itself, but I seek for the profit which increases to your account.”
Where is Philippians 4:17 in the Bible?
Philippians 4:17 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Philippians, chapter 4, verse 17.
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 4:17.
What translation should I read Philippians 4:17 in?
Philippians 4:17 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 4:17?
Philippians 4:17 reads (NASB): “Not that I seek the gift itself, but I seek for the profit which increases to your account.” 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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