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1 Peter 1:16

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

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KJV ORIGINAL

Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Because it's written: 'Be holy, because I am holy.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God's calling you to live at his level — pure, set apart, and intentional about how you show up in the world.

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