2Cor 5:8 | MHM | STEP | v. 8 : Paul says again, We are confident, yes, well pleased rather to be absent from the body and to be present with the Lord (2 Corinthians 5:8 ). True Christians would rather leave this world and be with Christ, because to be with Him is far better (Philippians 1:23 ). Death is not something to fear, but the way to eternal joy with Jesus.

‏ 2 Corinthians 5:8

v. 8: Paul says again, We are confident, yes, well pleased rather to be absent from the body and to be present with the Lord(2 Corinthians 5:8 ^a). True Christians would rather leave this world and be with Christ, because to be with Him is far better (Philippians 1:23 ^b). Death is not something to fear, but the way to eternal joy with Jesus.