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John 10:2

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial

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KJV ORIGINAL

But he that entereth in by the door is the shepherd of the sheep.

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

But the person who comes in through the actual door? That's the real shepherd who takes care of the sheep.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The real leader doesn't sneak around — they come through the front door with nothing to hide.

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God says, 'Wake up, sword — go after my shepherd, the one who's closest to me. Strike down the shepherd, and watch the sheep scatter everywhere. Then I'll reach out my hand to protect the vulnerable ones.'

He will take care of his people like a shepherd takes care of his sheep. He will gather the lambs in his arms and carry them close to his heart, and he will gently guide the mother sheep who are expecting babies.

Yes, they are like greedy dogs that are never satisfied, and they are shepherds who don't understand their job. They all go their own selfish way, each one seeking personal profit from their position.

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