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Matthew 3:8

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial

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KJV ORIGINAL

Bring forth therefore fruits meet for repentance:

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

So if you're really sorry and want to change, then actually show it through your actions.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Real change isn't just saying sorry — it's living differently.

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