Philippians 1:19-26
Poor Bishop Hooper
Yes, and I will rejoice
For I know that through your prayers
And the help of the Spirit of Jesus Christ
This will turn out for my deliverance
As it is my eager expectation
And hope that
I will not be at all ashamed
But that with full courage
Now as always
Christ will be honored
In my body
Whether by life or by death
For to me to live is Christ
And to die is gain
If I am to live in the flesh
That means fruitful labor for me
Yet which I shall choose I cannot tell
I am hard pressed between the two
My desire is to depart
And be with Christ
For that is far better
But to remain in the flesh
Is more necessary on your account
Convinced of this
I know that I will remain
And continue with you all
For your progress and joy in the faith
So that in me you may have ample cause
To glory in Christ Jesus
Because of my coming to you again