16 And I have (A)other sheep that are not of this fold; I must bring them also, and they will listen to My voice; and they will become (B)one flock, with (C)one shepherd. 17 For this reason the Father loves Me, because I (D)lay down My life so that I may take it back. 18 (E)No one has taken it away from Me, but I (F)lay it down on My own. I have authority to lay it down, and I have authority to take it back. (G)This commandment I received from My Father.”

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16 I have other sheep(A) that are not of this sheep pen. I must bring them also. They too will listen to my voice, and there shall be one flock(B) and one shepherd.(C) 17 The reason my Father loves me is that I lay down my life(D)—only to take it up again. 18 No one takes it from me, but I lay it down of my own accord.(E) I have authority to lay it down and authority to take it up again. This command I received from my Father.”(F)

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