Philippians 1:24
and yet to remain physically here is more important as far as you're concerned.
Free Bible Version
In The King James Version
Nevertheless to abide in the flesh is more needful for you.
In Context
23For I'm in a dilemma—I really want to leave and be with Christ, which would be far better,
Cross References
John 16:7But I'm telling you the truth: it's better for you that I go away, for if I don't the Comforter won't come to you. If I go away, I will send him to you.
Philippians 1:22But 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!
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 →