Phili 1:23 | MHM | STEP | v. 23 : Paul shares that he personally desires to depart and be with Christ, which he says is “far better” (Philippians 1:23 ). He is not drawn to death itself, but to the joy of being with Jesus. As soon as a believer dies, they are “with Christ”—there is no waiting in between (Luke 23:43; 2 Corinthians 5:8 ). Being with Christ is much better than anything in this world, because it means no more sin or suffering.

‏ Philippians 1:23

v. 23: Paul shares that he personally desires to depart and be with Christ, which he says is “far better” (Philippians 1:23 ^a). He is not drawn to death itself, but to the joy of being with Jesus. As soon as a believer dies, they are “with Christ”—there is no waiting in between (Luke 23:43; 2 Corinthians 5:8 ^b). Being with Christ is much better than anything in this world, because it means no more sin or suffering.