Philippians 1:22
Now if I am to live on in the flesh it will mean fruitful labor for me, so I do not know what to choose.
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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
21—to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.
23I am torn between the two: I have the desire to depart and be with Christ (far better),
Cross References
Acts 3:17“So now, brothers, I know that you did it in ignorance, as also your rulers.
2 Corinthians 10:3Well, we do walk about in flesh, but we do not wage war that way,
Philippians 1:24but to remain in the flesh is more necessary, because of you.
1 Peter 4:2so as not to live your remaining time in flesh for human lusts any longer, but for 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 →