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John 5:40

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And ye will not come to me, that ye might have life.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

But you don't want to come to me, even though I'm offering you real life.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Jesus is literally offering you everything, but you have to actually show up.

📚 Historical Context

In the Gospel of John, Jesus is speaking to the Jewish religious leaders in Jerusalem after healing a man on the Sabbath, which they viewed as a violation of their laws. This verse is part of Jesus' defense, where he accuses them of rejecting him despite the evidence of his miracles and teachings. Their refusal highlights the tension between rigid traditions and the offer of spiritual life through faith in him.

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