Philippians 1:20-26 - Paul's Life For Christ
20 It is my eager expectation and hope that I will not have to be ashamed about anything, but that I will have the courage, [both] now and always, [to so live] that Christ will be exalted [i.e., honored] in my body, whether I live or die.
21 For life to me is Christ, and if I die, it would be gain. 22 But if [continuing] to live in my body means accomplishing more work [for Christ], then I do not know which to choose. 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. 24 Yet [on the other hand], to remain in my body is more necessary for your sakes. 25 So, being convinced of this, I know I will remain [in my body] and continue with all of you for your spiritual progress and joy in the faith, 26 so that, by my being with you again, you will be able to rejoice all the more in [our lives together with] Christ Jesus.