24 lines
764 B
Markdown
24 lines
764 B
Markdown
# You poisonous snakes
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John was calling the religious leaders poisonous snakes because they were dangerous and deceptive.
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# every tree that does not bear good fruit
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John is not really talking about trees. This is an expression that compares good fruit to good actions and attitudes that come from God.
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# God will cut down every tree that does not bear good fruit, and he will throw them into the fire
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These phrases mean God will judge them and punish them.
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# See
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This word means that what follows is very important, and the one who hears should pay close attention to it.
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# ahead of you
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In this phrase, the word **you** refers to the Messiah.
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# prepare your way
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The prophets said that God’s messenger will prepare the people to listen to the Messiah.
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