Philippians 1:24
But it is more necessary for you that I remain in the body.
Majority Standard Bible
In The King James Version
Nevertheless to abide in the flesh is more needful for you.
In Context
23I am torn between the two. I desire to depart and be with Christ, which is far better.
Cross References
John 16:7But I tell you the truth, it is for your benefit that I am going away. Unless I go away, the Advocate will not come to you; but if I go, I will send Him to you.
Philippians 1:22But if I go on living in the body, this will mean fruitful labor for me. So what shall I choose? I do not know.
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 →