21. For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.
22. But if to live in the flesh,—if this is the fruit of my work, then what I shall choose I wot not.
23. But I am in a strait betwixt the two, having the desire to depart and be with Christ; for it is very far better:
24. yet to abide in the flesh is more needful for your sake.
25. And having this confidence, I know that I shall abide, yea, and abide with you all, for your progress and joy in the faith;
26. that your glorying may abound in Christ Jesus in me through my presence with you again.