Philippians 1:22
But if I'm to go on living here and this would be productive work, then I really don't know what's best to choose!
Free Bible 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
21As far as I'm concerned, living is for Christ, and dying brings gain.
23For I'm in a dilemma—I really want to leave and be with Christ, which would be far better,
Cross References
Genesis 39:8But he turned her down, telling his master's wife, “Look, my master trusts me so much he doesn't even bother to find out how his household is running. He's put me in charge of everything he owns—
Psalms 71:18Even though I'm old and gray, please don't abandon me, God. Let me tell the new generation about your power. Let me explain to all who are to come the great things you do.
Acts 3:17Now I know, brothers and sisters, that you did this in ignorance, like your rulers.
2 Corinthians 10:3Even though we live in this world, we don't fight as the world does.
Philippians 1:24and yet to remain physically here is more important as far as you're concerned.
1 Peter 4:2You will not live the rest of your lives following human desires, but doing what God wants.
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 →