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Mark 10:23

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KJV ORIGINAL

And Jesus looked round about, and saith unto his disciples, How hardly shall they that have riches enter into the kingdom of God!

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Jesus looked around at his disciples and said, 'You have no idea how hard it is for rich people to get into God's kingdom!'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Money can become the biggest barrier between you and God.

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