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Mark 1:2

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial

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KJV ORIGINAL

As it is written in the prophets, Behold, I send my messenger before thy face, which shall prepare thy way before thee.

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

Just like the prophets wrote about way back — 'Look, I'm sending my messenger ahead of you to get everything ready for your arrival.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God always sends someone to prep the way before the main event.

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