Philippians 1:16 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

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

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

Some people are preaching about Christ just to stir up drama and cause problems, they're not being real about it. They think they can make my situation in prison even worse by doing this.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Some people will use even good things like faith to create unnecessary drama and hurt others.

📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?

Paul wrote the letter to the Christian community in Philippi during the mid-first century CE. He wrote it from prison to thank them for their financial support and to encourage them amidst his circumstances.

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