Philippians 1:22
And while I live in the flesh, for me, there is the fruit of works. But I do not know which I would choose.
Catholic Public Domain Version
In The King James Version
But if I live in the flesh, this is the fruit of my labour: yet what I shall choose I wot not.
In Context
21For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain.
Cross References
Genesis 39:8And without consenting at all to the wicked act, he said to her: “Behold, my lord has delivered all things to me, and he does not know what he has in his own house.
Psalms 71:18Blessed is the Lord, God of Israel, who alone does wondrous things.
Acts 3:17And now, brothers, I know that you did this through ignorance, just as your leaders also did.
2 Corinthians 10:3For though we walk in the flesh, we do not battle according to the flesh.
Philippians 1:24but then to remain in the flesh is necessary for your sake.
1 Peter 4:2so that now he may live, for the remainder of his time in the flesh, not by the desires of men, but by the will of God.
Matthew Henry on Philippians 1:22-27
The Apostle's Generous Exultation. ( a. d. 62.) 21 For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain. 22 But if I live in the flesh, this is the fruit of my labour: yet what I shall choose I wot not. 23 For I am in a strait betwixt two, having a desire to depart, and to be with Christ; which is far better: 24 Nevertheless to abide in the flesh is more needful for you. 25 And having this confidence, I know that I shall abide and continue with you all for your furtherance and joy of faith; 26 That your rejoicing may… Read the whole commentary →