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John 15:26

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
But when the Comforter is come, whom I will send unto you from the Father, even the Spirit of truth, which proceedeth from the Father, he shall testify of me:
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

But when the Helper comes, the one I'm sending you from the Father, the Spirit of truth who comes from the Father, he's going to tell everyone about me.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Jesus promised to send us the ultimate backup who would keep his story alive in the world.

📚 Historical Context

In the Gospel of John, Jesus is speaking to his disciples during the Last Supper, just before his arrest and crucifixion, as part of his farewell discourse. He is preparing them for his impending departure and assuring them that the Holy Spirit, whom he calls the Comforter or Advocate, will come from the Father to guide and support them. This promise highlights the Trinity's role in the believers' lives, emphasizing the Spirit's function in bearing witness to Jesus amidst a hostile world.

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