Philippians 1:24

but then to remain in the flesh is necessary for your sake.

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In The King James Version

Nevertheless to abide in the flesh is more needful for you.

In Context

23For I am constrained between the two: having a desire to be dissolved and to be with Christ, which is the far better thing,

25And having this confidence, I know that I shall remain and that I shall continue to remain with all of you, for your advancement and for your joy in the faith,

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Cross References

John 16:7But I tell you the truth: it is expedient for you that I am going. For if I do not go, the Advocate will not come to you. But when I will have gone away, I will send him to you.

Philippians 1:22And while I live in the flesh, for me, there is the fruit of works. But I do not know which I would choose.

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 →

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