Matthew 10:18 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And ye shall be brought before governors and kings for my sake, for a testimony against them and the Gentiles.

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

You're going to end up in front of governors and kings because you follow me — and when you do, it'll be your chance to tell them and everyone else what this is all about.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Your biggest challenges might just be your biggest opportunities to share the truth.

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