Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on Philippians 1:17 in English Standard Version "The former proclaim Christ out of selfish ambition, not sincerely but thinking to afflict me in my imprisonment." Php 2:3 Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Jas 3:14 But if you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast and be false to the truth.