John 1:19 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And this is the record of John, when the Jews sent priests and Levites from Jerusalem to ask him, Who art thou?

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Here's what went down with John: The religious leaders in Jerusalem were getting curious, so they sent some priests and church officials to go ask him straight up, 'Who exactly are you supposed to be?'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

When you're making waves for God, people are going to start asking questions about who you really are.

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