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1 Corinthians 7:35

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KJV ORIGINAL

And this I speak for your own profit; not that I may cast a snare upon you, but for that which is comely, and that ye may attend upon the Lord without distraction.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

I'm telling you this because it's actually good for you — not to trap you or make your life harder, but so you can live with dignity and focus on God without getting pulled in a million directions.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Paul's advice isn't about control — it's about helping you stay focused on what matters most.

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