KJV ORIGINAL
John answered, saying unto them all, I indeed baptize you with water; but one mightier than I cometh, the latchet of whose shoes I am not worthy to unloose: he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost and with fire:
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
John spoke up and told everyone, 'Look, I baptize you with water, but someone way more powerful than me is coming. I'm not even worthy to untie his shoes. He's going to baptize you with the Holy Spirit and with fire.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
John knew he was just the opening act — the real main event was coming with power that would change everything.
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