Matthew 23:3 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

All therefore whatsoever they bid you observe, that observe and do; but do not ye after their works: for they say, and do not.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

So yeah, follow the good things they teach you to do — but don't copy how they actually live their lives. They're really good at talking the talk, but they don't walk the walk.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Listen to the wisdom, but don't copy the hypocrisy.

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