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Mark 2:9

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Whether is it easier to say to the sick of the palsy, Thy sins be forgiven thee; or to say, Arise, and take up thy bed, and walk?
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

What's easier to say to someone who's paralyzed — 'Your sins are forgiven' or 'Get up, grab your mat, and start walking'?

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Jesus asked the real question: anyone can say words, but who actually has the power to back them up?

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