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Hebrews 12:3

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
For consider him that endured such contradiction of sinners against himself, lest ye be wearied and faint in your minds.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

Think about Jesus and how he pushed through all the hate and opposition from people who completely missed the point. When you remember what he went through, it'll keep you from getting mentally exhausted and wanting to give up.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

When life gets heavy, remember Jesus faced way worse and kept going, you can too.

📚 Historical Context

The Book of Hebrews was written to early Jewish Christians who were enduring persecution and the temptation to abandon their faith in Christ for the safety of Judaism. In this verse, the author draws from Jesus' own experiences of opposition during His ministry, urging believers to reflect on His endurance to avoid becoming spiritually exhausted. This encouragement fits into a broader biblical narrative emphasizing perseverance in faith amidst trials.

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