John 5:43 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

I am come in my Father’s name, and ye receive me not: if another shall come in his own name, him ye will receive.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

I came here representing my Father, and you won't accept me. But if someone else shows up claiming to represent only themselves, you'll totally welcome them.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

We often reject the real thing while embracing cheap imitations.

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