Philippians 1:24

but remaining in the flesh [is] more necessary for your sakes;

Darby Translation

In The King James Version

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

In Context

23But I am pressed by both, having the desire for departure and being with Christ, [for] [it is] very much better,

25and having confidence of this, I know that I shall remain and abide along with you all, for your progress and joy in faith;

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Cross References

John 16:7But I say the truth to you, It is profitable for you that I go away; for if I do not go away, the Comforter will not come to you; but if I go I will send him to you.

Philippians 1:22but if to live in flesh [is my lot], this is for me worth the while: and what I shall choose I cannot tell.

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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