World English Bible
"But I am in a dilemma between the two, having the desire to depart and be with Christ, which is far better."
— Philippians 1:23, World English Bible
“For I am in a strait betwixt two, having a desire to depart, and to be with Christ; which is far better:”
“But I am in a strait betwixt the two, having the desire to depart and be with Christ; for it is very far better: ”
“I feel torn between the two, because I have a desire to depart and be with Christ, which is better by far,”
“But I am straitened between two: having a desire to be dissolved and to be with Christ, a thing by far the better.”
“I am in a hard position between the two, having a desire to go away and be with Christ, which is very much better:”
“For I am in a strait betwixt two, having a desire to depart, and to be with Christ; which is far better:”
according to my earnest expectation and hope, that I will in no way be disappointed, but with all boldness, as always, now also Christ will be magnified in my body, whether by life, or by death.
For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.
But if I live on in the flesh, this will bring fruit from my work; yet I don't know what I will choose.
But I am in a dilemma between the two, having the desire to depart and be with Christ, which is far better.
Yet, to remain in the flesh is more needful for your sake.
Having this confidence, I know that I will remain, yes, and remain with you all, for your progress and joy in the faith,
that your rejoicing may abound in Christ Jesus in me through my presence with you again.