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Philippians 1:22

Philippians 1:22
But if I live in the flesh, this is the fruit of my labour : yet what I shall choose I wot not.

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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

But if I live in the flesh,.... To be in the flesh sometimes signifies to be in a state of nature and unregeneracy, and…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

But if I live in the flesh - If I continue to live; if I am not condemned and make a martyr at my approaching trial.…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

But if I live in the flesh - Should I be spared longer, I shall labor for Christ as I have done; and this is the fruit…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Philippians 1:21-26

We have here an account of the life and death of blessed Paul: his life was Christ, and his death was gain. Observe, 1.…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

But if I live in the flesh, &c. The Greek construction here is difficult by its brevity and abruptness. R.V. renders…