John 3:21 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest, that they are wrought in God.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

But when you're living honestly and doing what's right, you actually want to step into the light. You're not hiding anything because your actions come from God, and you want everyone to see that.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

When you're living right, you don't need to hide in the shadows.

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