Philippians 1:24-26

Expanded Bible

²⁴ but ·you need me here [or it is better for you that I remain] in ·my body [the flesh]. ²⁵ Since I am sure of this, I know I will stay with you ·to help you grow and have [^Lfor your progress/success and] joy in your faith. ²⁶ [^L…so that] ·You will be very happy [or Because of me, your confidence/pride will increase; ^LYour boasting in me will abound] in Christ Jesus when I am with you again.