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NASB | Philippians 1:23 But I am hard-pressed from both directions, having the desire to depart and be with Christ, for that is very much better; |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Philippians 1:23 But I am hard-pressed between the two. I have the desire to leave [this world] and be with Christ, for that is far, far better; |
Bible Question:
Eph 6:2 HONOR YOUR FATHER AND MOTHER (which is the first commandment with a promise), Eph 6:3 SO THAT IT MAY BE WELL WITH YOU, AND THAT YOU MAY LIVE LONG ON THE EARTH. In light of the fact that it is better to depart and be with Christ, is long life in this sin cursed world a desideratum? |
Bible Answer: In the sense in which charis gives a resounding "Yes" I concur. For true servants of Christ, who lead others to Him, to be blessed with long life is desirable. But who can say as much for the long life of the wicked, who themselves do not know Christ, and who lead others down the path to destruction? But short life or long, our days are numbered, and the numerator is God Himself. The truly signifcant thing, it seems to me, is how we use the precious time on earth that He allots us. A short life in service to our Lord Jesus is surely to be preferred to a long life of slavery to sin. Your question certainly does give us every reason to pause and consider what we are doing for Him while yet we have the breath of life. --Hank |