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Luke 12:40

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

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KJV ORIGINAL

Be ye therefore ready also: for the Son of man cometh at an hour when ye think not.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

So stay ready, because Jesus is coming back at a time when you least expect it.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Stay ready so you don't have to get ready — Jesus' timing is always a surprise.

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