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1 John 3:20

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
For if our heart condemn us, God is greater than our heart, and knoweth all things.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

Even when your own heart is calling you out and making you feel guilty about stuff, God is bigger than those feelings and knows the full picture of who you are.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Your guilt doesn't get the final say, God sees the whole you, not just your mistakes.

📚 Historical Context

In the first century AD, the Apostle John wrote his first letter to encourage early Christians who were facing false teachings and internal struggles with sin, assuring them of their identity as children of God. This specific verse addresses the human tendency to feel condemned by one's own conscience, emphasizing God's superior knowledge and mercy in a time when believers were dealing with doubt and persecution. John's message aimed to strengthen the church's foundation amidst growing doctrinal challenges.

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