Philippians 1:22-24

Expanded Bible

²² If I continue living in my ·body [flesh], ·I will be able to work for the Lord [^Lthis is productive/fruitful work for me]. I do not know what to choose—living or dying. ²³ ·It is hard to choose [I am torn/hard pressed] between the two. I ·want [desire; long] to leave this life and be with Christ, which is much better, ²⁴ but ·you need me here [or it is better for you that I remain] in ·my body [the flesh].