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Zechariah 3:4

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KJV ORIGINAL

And he answered and spake unto those that stood before him, saying, Take away the filthy garments from him. And unto him he said, Behold, I have caused thine iniquity to pass from thee, and I will clothe thee with change of raiment.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Then he turned to the angels standing there and said, 'Take off those dirty clothes.' And to Joshua he said, 'Look, I've completely removed your guilt and shame. I'm giving you fresh, clean clothes to wear.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God doesn't just forgive your mistakes — he gives you a complete fresh start.

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