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John 5:19

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Then answered Jesus and said unto them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, The Son can do nothing of himself, but what he seeth the Father do: for what things soever he doeth, these also doeth the Son likewise.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Jesus answered them, 'I'm telling you the absolute truth — I can't do anything on my own. I only do what I see my Father doing. Whatever he does, that's exactly what I do too.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Jesus moves in perfect sync with his Father — no solo acts, just pure teamwork.

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