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Matthew 20:27

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial

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KJV ORIGINAL

And whosoever will be chief among you, let him be your servant:

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

If you want to be the leader, then serve everyone else first.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Real leadership isn't about being on top — it's about lifting others up.

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