KJV ORIGINAL
And now, little children, abide in him; that, when he shall appear, we may have confidence, and not be ashamed before him at his coming.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
So here's the thing, friends — stay close to him, keep that connection strong. That way, when he shows up, we can face him with confidence instead of wanting to hide.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Stay connected to Jesus now so you can meet him with confidence later, not embarrassment.
📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?
The letter was written by John the Apostle to Christian communities in Asia Minor around the late first century AD. It was written to counter false teachings denying Jesus' humanity and to encourage believers to remain in fellowship and live righteously.
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