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Luke 3:14

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KJV ORIGINAL

And the soldiers likewise demanded of him, saying, And what shall we do? And he said unto them, Do violence to no man, neither accuse any falsely; and be content with your wages.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Then some soldiers came up and asked, 'What about us? What should we do?' John told them, 'Don't hurt people or shake them down for money. Don't make up charges against anyone. Just be happy with what you're getting paid.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Use your power to protect, not to hurt — and stop chasing after more money all the time.

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