Contradiction with James 3:14-16
These verses describe how bitter envying and strife in hearts is contrary to wisdom, whereas Philippians 1:15 acknowledges that some preach Christ out of envy and strife but still ultimately serve God's purpose.
James 3:14-16: But if ye have bitter envying and strife in your hearts, glory not, and lie not against the truth.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 3:3
This verse emphasizes that envying and strife indicate carnality and walking as men, which contradicts the notion in Philippians 1:15 that even those who preach Christ from such motives are used to spread the gospel message.
1 Corinthians 3:3: For ye are yet carnal: for whereas [there is] among you envying, and strife, and divisions, are ye not carnal, and walk as men? [divisions: or, factions] [as men: Gr. according to man?]
Contradiction with Galatians 5:19-21
These verses list envy and strife as works of the flesh, which are contrary to inheriting the kingdom of God, conflicting with Philippians 1:15 where such motives still result in the preaching of Christ.
Galatians 5:19-21: Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are [these]; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness,
Contradiction with Proverbs 14:30
The verse suggests envy rots the bones, indicating its harmful nature, whereas Philippians 1:15 suggests that even from envy, Christ being preached is a positive outcome.
Proverbs 14:30: A sound heart [is] the life of the flesh: but envy the rottenness of the bones.
Contradiction with Romans 13:13
Here, believers are urged to walk honestly, avoiding strife and envy, which seems to contradict Philippians 1:15 that acknowledges the preaching of Christ even from these motives.
Romans 13:13: Let us walk honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying. [honestly: or, decently]