The Message Bible MSG
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12 I remind you, my dear children: Your sins are forgiven in Jesus' name.
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I am writing to you, dear children, because your sins have been forgiven on account of his name.
13 You veterans were in on the ground floor, and know the One who started all this; you newcomers have won a big victory over the Evil One.
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I am writing to you, fathers, because you know him who is from the beginning. I am writing to you, young men, because you have overcome the evil one.
14 You veterans know the One who started it all; and you newcomers - such vitality and strength! God's word is so steady in you. Your fellowship with God enables you to gain a victory over the Evil One.
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I write to you, dear children, because you know the Father. I write to you, fathers, because you know him who is from the beginning. I write to you, young men, because you are strong, and the word of God lives in you, and you have overcome the evil one.
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