Philippians 1:24

New International Version

but it is more necessary for you that I remain in the body.

Cross References

John 16:7

But very truly I tell you, it is for your good 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 1:22

If I am to go on living in the body, this will mean fruitful labor for me. Yet what shall I choose? I do not know!

Philippians 1:23

I am torn between the two: I desire to depart and be with Christ, which is better by far;