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John 17:12

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
While I was with them in the world, I kept them in thy name: those that thou gavest me I have kept, and none of them is lost, but the son of perdition; that the scripture might be fulfilled.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

While I was here with them, I protected them in your name. Everyone you gave me, I kept safe — except for the one who was always going to betray me, just like the scriptures said would happen.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Jesus kept his people safe, even knowing one would choose to walk away.

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