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Philippians 1:22

But since to live means a longer stay on earth, that implies more labour for me--and not unsuccessful labour; and which I am to choose I cannot tell.

Weymouth NT (1912)

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

21For, with me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.

23I am in a dilemma, my earnest desire being to depart and be with Christ, for that is far, far better.

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Cross References

Acts 3:17"And now, brethren, I know that it was in ignorance that you did it, as was the case with your rulers also.

2 Corinthians 10:3For, though we are still living in the world, it is no worldly warfare that we are waging.

Philippians 1:24But for your sakes it is more important that I should still remain in the body.

1 Peter 4:2that in future you may spend the rest of your earthly lives, governed not by human passions, but by 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 →

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