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1 John 5:20

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

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KJV ORIGINAL

And we know that the Son of God is come, and hath given us an understanding, that we may know him that is true, and we are in him that is true, even in his Son Jesus Christ. This is the true God, and eternal life.

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And we know for sure that God's Son came to earth and opened our minds so we could actually know the real God. We're connected to the one who's completely genuine — his Son, Jesus Christ. He is the true God, and he is eternal life itself.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Jesus didn't just show us God — he IS God, and knowing him means you've found real life that never ends.

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