^{20 Ref} according to my earnest expectation and hope, that in nothing I shall be ashamed, and in all freedom, as always, also now Christ shall be magnified in my body, whether through life or through death,

^{21 Ref} for to me to live `is' Christ, and to die gain.

^{22 Ref} And if to live in the flesh `is' to me a fruit of work, then what shall I choose? I know not;

^{23 Ref} for I am pressed by the two, having the desire to depart, and to be with Christ, for it is far better,

^{24 Ref} and to remain in the flesh is more necessary on your account,

^{25 Ref} and of this being persuaded, I have known that I shall remain and continue with you all, to your advancement and joy of the faith,

^{26 Ref} that your boasting may abound in Christ Jesus in me through my presence again to you.