1 John 3:7 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Little children, let no man deceive you: he that doeth righteousness is righteous, even as he is righteous.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Listen up — don't let anyone mess with your head about this: if you're actually doing what's right, then you ARE righteous, just like Jesus is righteous.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

You become what you practice — so practice being like Jesus.

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So here's my advice, King — I hope you'll actually listen to this. Stop doing wrong and start doing what's right instead. Show mercy to people who have nothing. Maybe then you'll get to keep living in peace.

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