KJV ORIGINAL
Now Jesus was not yet come into the town, but was in that place where Martha met him.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Jesus hadn't actually entered the town yet, he was still at the spot where Martha had come out to meet him.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Sometimes the most important conversations happen before you even reach your destination.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of John, chapter 11, this verse is part of the story where Jesus is traveling to Bethany after the death of His friend Lazarus, amid growing opposition from Jewish leaders. Martha, Lazarus's sister, goes out to meet Jesus before He enters the town, demonstrating her faith and desire for His help in their time of grief. This event highlights Jesus' deliberate movements in His ministry, as He often delayed His actions to fulfill God's greater purposes.
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