Philippians 1:24

An Understandable Version (2005 edition)

Yet [on the other hand], to remain in my body is more necessary for your sakes.

Cross References

Philippians 1:22

But if [continuing] to live in my body means accomplishing more work [for Christ], then I do not know which to choose.

John 16:7

Yet I am telling you the truth: It will be helpful to you for me to go away. For unless I go, the Helper [i.e., the Holy Spirit] will not come to you. But if I go, I will send Him to you.

Philippians 1:23

So, I am in a dilemma between the two choices. [On the one hand] I have the desire to depart [from this life] and be with Christ [in heaven], which would be far better.