Philippians 1:12-26 - The Progress Of The Gospel
12 But I want you to know, brothers, that the things in respect to me have come more for the advancement of the good-news, 13 in order for my bonds in Christ to became apparent in the whole Praetorium, and in all the others. 14 And more of the brothers in Lord have been convinced by my bonds to be much more bold to speak the word fearlessly. 15 Actually some also preach the Christ because of envy and strife, and some also because of good-will. 16 Some indeed proclaim the Christ from selfish ambition, not sincerely, supposing to bring affliction to my bonds. 17 But some from love, knowing that I am set for the defense of the good-news. 18 What then? Except in every way, whether in pretence or in truth, Christ is proclaimed, and in this I rejoice, but also I will rejoice. 19 For I know that this will turn out to me for salvation (through your entreaty, and the support of the Spirit of Jesus Christ) 20 according to my eager expectation and hope that I will be shamed in nothing. But with all boldness, now as always, Christ will also be magnified in my body, whether through life or through death.
21 For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain. 22 But if to live in flesh, this is fruit of labor to me, then what I will choose I know not. 23 And I am constrained by the two, having the desire to depart and be with Christ, being far better. 24 But to remain in the flesh is more necessary because of you. 25 And having been convinced of this, I know that I will remain, and will continue with you all for your progress and joy in the faith. 26 So that your pride may abound in Christ Jesus in me because of my presence with you again.