Philippians 1:24

New American Bible - revised edition

Yet that I remain [in] the flesh is more necessary for your benefit.

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But I tell you the truth, it is better for you that I go. For if I do not go, the Advocate will not come to you. But if I go, I will send him to you.

If I go on living in the flesh, that means fruitful labor for me. And I do not know which I shall choose.

I am caught between the two. I long to depart this life and be with Christ, [for] that is far better.