1:21For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.

1:22But if I live in the flesh, this is the fruit of my labour: yet what I shall choose I wot not.

1:23For I am in a strait betwixt two, having a desire to depart, and to be with Christ; which is far better:

1:24Nevertheless to abide in the flesh is more needful for you.

1:25And having this confidence, I know that I shall abide and continue with you all for your furtherance and joy of faith;

1:26That your rejoicing may be more abundant in Jesus Christ for me by my coming to you again.