²⁰ I expect and hope that I will not ·fail Christ in [^Lbe ashamed about] anything but that I will have the ·courage [boldness] now, as always, ·to show the greatness of Christ [or so that Christ will be exalted] in my ·life here on earth [^Lbody], whether I live or die. ²¹ [^LFor] To me ·the only important thing about living [^Lto live] is Christ, and ·dying would be profit for me [^Lto die is gain/profit]. ²² If I continue living in my ·body [flesh], ·I will be able to work for the Lord [^Lthis is productive/fruitful work for me]. I do not know what to choose—living or dying. ²³ ·It is hard to choose [I am torn/hard pressed] between the two. I ·want [desire; long] to leave this life and be with Christ, which is much better, ²⁴ but ·you need me here [or it is better for you that I remain] in ·my body [the flesh]. ²⁵ Since I am sure of this, I know I will stay with you ·to help you grow and have [^Lfor your progress/success and] joy in your faith. ²⁶ [^L…so that] ·You will be very happy [or Because of me, your confidence/pride will increase; ^LYour boasting in me will abound] in Christ Jesus when I am with you again.