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Matthew 10:15-17
New Testament for Everyone
Matthew 10:15-17
New Testament for Everyone
15 I’m telling you the truth: it will be more bearable for Sodom and Gomorrah on the day of judgment than for that town.”
Sheep among wolves
16 “See here,” Jesus continued, “I’m sending you out like sheep surrounded by wolves. So be as shrewd as snakes, and as innocent as doves.
17 “Watch out for danger from people around you. They will hand you over to councils, and flog you in their synagogues.
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Matthew 10:15-17
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Matthew 10:15-17
New International Version
15 Truly I tell you, it will be more bearable for Sodom and Gomorrah(A) on the day of judgment(B) than for that town.(C)
16 “I am sending you out like sheep among wolves.(D) Therefore be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves.(E) 17 Be on your guard; you will be handed over to the local councils(F) and be flogged in the synagogues.(G)
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