Romans 16:18 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

For they that are such serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly; and by good words and fair speeches deceive the hearts of the simple.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

These people aren't actually serving Jesus — they're just serving themselves and their own desires. They use smooth talk and pretty words to trick people who trust too easily.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Watch out for people who say all the right things but are really just looking out for themselves.

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