21 For all seek their own, not the things which are Jesus Christ's.
21 For everyone looks out for their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ.
21 For they all seek their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ.
21 Most people around here are looking out for themselves, with little concern for the things of Jesus.
21 For all seek their own, not the things which are of Christ Jesus.
21 All the others care only for themselves and not for what matters to Jesus Christ.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Philippians 2:21
Commentary on Philippians 2:19-30
(Read Philippians 2:19-30)
It is best with us, when our duty becomes natural to us. Naturally, that is, sincerely, and not in pretence only; with a willing heart and upright views. We are apt to prefer our own credit, ease, and safety, before truth, holiness, and duty; but Timothy did not so. Paul desired liberty, not that he might take pleasure, but that he might do good. Epaphroditus was willing to go to the Philippians, that he might be comforted with those who had sorrowed for him when he was sick. It seems, his illness was caused by the work of God. The apostle urges them to love him the more on that account. It is doubly pleasant to have our mercies restored by God, after great danger of their removal; and this should make them more valued. What is given in answer to prayer, should be received with great thankfulness and joy.