Philippians 1:24 meaning and explanation

But it is more necessary for you that I remain in the body.

Philippians 1:24, Berean Standard Bible

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Paul writes this from prison, weighing two desires. In verses 21 to 23 he says that living means Christ and dying means gain, and that he longs to depart and be with Christ.

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