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Matthew 5:34

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KJV ORIGINAL

But I say unto you, Swear not at all; neither by heaven; for it is God’s throne:

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

But I'm telling you — don't make oaths at all. Don't swear by heaven, because that's literally God's throne.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Jesus said skip the dramatic promises — just be someone whose word actually means something.

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