KJV ORIGINAL
And now, behold, I know that ye all, among whom I have gone preaching the kingdom of God, shall see my face no more.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
And now, I need you to know something, all of you who I've been with, preaching about God's kingdom, this is it. You won't see me again.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Sometimes saying goodbye means trusting others to carry on what you started.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Acts, Paul is addressing the elders of the church in Ephesus during his third missionary journey, as he prepares to travel to Jerusalem. He senses that his life is in danger and that he may face imprisonment or worse, making this a poignant farewell after years of preaching the Gospel among them. This context reflects the early church's challenges, including persecution and the spread of false teachings that Paul warns about.
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