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Luke 17:3

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

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KJV ORIGINAL

Take heed to yourselves: If thy brother trespass against thee, rebuke him; and if he repent, forgive him.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Watch yourselves here: If someone wrongs you, call them out on it. But if they genuinely feel bad and want to make it right, forgive them.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Don't ignore it when people hurt you, but be ready to forgive when they're actually sorry.

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