John 8:16 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And yet if I judge, my judgment is true: for I am not alone, but I and the Father that sent me.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

But when I do make judgments, you can trust they're completely right — because I'm not just speaking for myself, I'm speaking with my Father who sent me.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Jesus doesn't make solo decisions — he's always backed by God.

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