Philippians 1:24

Neuerthelesse, to abide in the flesh, is more needefull for you.

Geneva Bible 1599

In The King James Version

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

In Context

23For I am distressed betweene both, desiring to be loosed and to be with Christ, which is best of all.

25And this am I sure of, that I shall abide, and with you all continue, for your furtherance and ioy of your faith,

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Cross References

John 16:7Yet I tell you the trueth, It is expedient for you that I goe away: for if I goe not away, that Comforter will not come vnto you: but if I depart, I will send him vnto you.

Philippians 1:22And whether to liue in the flesh were profitable for me, and what to chuse I knowe not.

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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