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Matthew 9:4

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

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KJV ORIGINAL

And Jesus knowing their thoughts said, Wherefore think ye evil in your hearts?

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Jesus knew exactly what they were thinking and called them out: 'Why are you letting these toxic thoughts take over your heart?'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Jesus sees through everything — even the thoughts you think nobody knows about.

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