Philippians 1:19-26 - Paul Honors Christ Whether He Lives Or Dies
19 for I know that this will result in my benefit through your supplication, and the supply of the Spirit of Jesus Christ, 20 according to my earnest expectation and hope, that in nothing shall I be ashamed, but with all boldness, as at all times, so even now, Christ will be magnified in my body, whether by life or by death.
21 For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain. 22 But if this, my life in the flesh, would be profitable for my work in the ministry, verily, what I should choose I know not. 23 I am in a strait between the two, having the desire to depart and be with Christ, which is far better: 24 yet to abide in the flesh is more needful for you. 25 And of this I feel assured, that I shall remain and continue among you all for your advancement and joy in the faith, 26 that your rejoicing in Christ Jesus may be come more abundant through me by my being present among you again.