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Matthew 27:40

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And saying, Thou that destroyest the temple, and buildest it in three days, save thyself. If thou be the Son of God, come down from the cross.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

They were yelling at him, 'Oh, so you're the one who said you could tear down the temple and rebuild it in three days? Then save yourself! If you're really God's son, just come down from that cross!'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Even in his darkest moment, people were still challenging Jesus to prove himself instead of understanding his sacrifice.

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