15 And as the people were in expectation, and all men mused in their hearts of John, whether he were the Christ, or not;
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The people were waiting expectantly and were all wondering in their hearts if John might possibly be the Messiah.
16 John answered, saying unto them all, I indeed baptize you with water; but one mightier than I cometh, the latchet of whose shoes I am not worthy to unloose: he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost and with fire:
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John answered them all, “I baptize you with water. But one who is more powerful than I will come, the straps of whose sandals I am not worthy to untie. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire.