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John 4:21

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KJV ORIGINAL

Jesus saith unto her, Woman, believe me, the hour cometh, when ye shall neither in this mountain, nor yet at Jerusalem, worship the Father.

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Jesus tells her, 'Listen, there's a time coming when you won't need to worship God on this mountain or in Jerusalem.'

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Jesus was saying worship isn't about the perfect location — it's about connection.

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