KJV ORIGINAL
Some men’s sins are open beforehand, going before to judgment; and some men they follow after.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Some people's sins are totally obvious — everyone can see them coming from a mile away, and judgment is right there waiting. But other people? Their sins are sneaky, hidden for now, but they'll catch up eventually.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Some sins are loud and obvious, others are quiet and patient — but they all get their moment.
📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?
Paul wrote this letter to his associate Timothy, who was leading the church in Ephesus, likely in the mid-1st century CE. It was written to instruct Timothy on church leadership, addressing issues like false teaching, appointing elders, and maintaining proper conduct within the Ephesian community.
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