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Philippians 1:23 — Meaning and Application
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King James Version
" For I am in a strait betwixt two, having a desire to depart, and to be with Christ; which is far better: "
Philippians 1:23
Verse in Context
Understanding the surrounding verses prevents misinterpretation:
For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.
But if I live in the flesh, this is the fruit of my labour: yet what I shall choose I wot not.
For I am in a strait betwixt two, having a desire to depart, and to be with Christ; which is far better:
Nevertheless to abide in the flesh is more needful for you.
And having this confidence, I know that I shall abide and continue with you all for your furtherance and joy of faith;
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Philippians 1:1
"Paul and Timotheus, the servants of Jesus Christ, to all the saints in Christ Jesus which are at Philippi, with the bishops and deacons:"
Philippians 1:2
"Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ."
Philippians 1:3
"I thank my God upon every remembrance of you,"
Philippians 1:4
"Always in every prayer of mine for you all making request with joy,"
Philippians 1:5
"For your fellowship in the gospel from the first day until now;"
Philippians 1:6
"For I am certain of this very thing, that he by whom the good work was started in you will make it complete till the day of Jesus Christ:"
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