21. For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.
22. But if I live in the flesh, this is the fruit of my labor: yet what I shall choose I know not.
23. For I am in a strait between two, having a desire to depart, and to be with Christ; which is far better:
24. Nevertheless to abide in the flesh is more needful for you.
25. And having this confidence, I know that I shall abide and continue with you all for your furtherance and joy of faith;
26. That your rejoicing may be more abundant in Jesus Christ for me by my coming to you again.