15 And as the people were of opinion, and all were thinking in their hearts of John, that perhaps he might be the Christ:
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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 all: I indeed baptize you with water: but there shall come one mightier than I, the latchet of whose shoes I am not worthy to loose. 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.