Philippians 1:18-26 (NASB)

18 What then? Only that in every way, whether in pretense or in truth, Christ is proclaimed; and in this I rejoice. Yes, and I will rejoice, 19 for I know that this will turn out for my deliverance through your prayers and the provision of the Spirit of Jesus Christ, 20 according to my earnest expectation and hope, that I will not be put to shame in anything, but that with all boldness, Christ will even now, as always, be exalted in my body, whether by life or by death.

21 For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. 22 But if I am to live on in the flesh, this will mean fruitful labor for me; and I do not know which to choose. 23 But I am hard-pressed from both directions, having the desire to depart and be with Christ, for that is very much better; 24 yet to remain on in the flesh is more necessary for your sake. 25 Convinced of this, I know that I will remain and continue with you all for your progress and joy in the faith, 26 so that your proud confidence in me may abound in Christ Jesus through my coming to you again.

Theme: The Christian’s greatest desires in life are to exalt Christ, to be with Christ, and to serve Christ’s people.

3 Heart-Stirring Reflections on why we as Christians should want to live.

1) Our Joyful Anticipation: Christ being magnified through your life (1:18b-20)

2) Our Win-Win Situation: Bearing fruit for Christ in life or Being with Christ in death (1:21-24)

3) Our Purposeful Predilection: Serving Christ for the spiritual growth & joy of others (1:25-26)

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