17. the others preach Christ because of their selfish ambition. They are insincere, hoping to cause me more pain while I’m in prison.
18. What do I think about this? Just this: since Christ is proclaimed in every possible way, whether from dishonest or true motives, I’m glad and I’ll continue to be glad.
19. I’m glad because I know that this will result in my release through your prayers and the help of the Spirit of Jesus Christ.
20. It is my expectation and hope that I won’t be put to shame in anything. Rather, I hope with daring courage that Christ’s greatness will be seen in my body, now as always, whether I live or die.
21. Because for me, living serves Christ and dying is even better.
22. If I continue to live in this world, I get results from my work.
23. But I don’t know what I prefer. I’m torn between the two because I want to leave this life and be with Christ, which is far better.