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1 John 3:17

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KJV ORIGINAL

But whoso hath this world’s good, and seeth his brother have need, and shutteth up his bowels of compassion from him, how dwelleth the love of God in him?

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

If you've got what you need in life and you see someone struggling, but you just close your heart and walk away — how can you say God's love is actually living in you?

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Real love isn't just a feeling — it shows up when people need help.

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