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Luke 11:54

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial

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KJV ORIGINAL

Laying wait for him, and seeking to catch something out of his mouth, that they might accuse him.

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

They were literally waiting around, trying to catch him saying something they could twist and use against him.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Some people will always be looking for reasons to tear you down.

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