John 10:27

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John 10:25–29 · Berean Standard Bible

25 “I already told you,” Jesus replied, “but you did not believe. The works I do in My Father’s name testify on My behalf.

26 But because you are not My sheep, you refuse to believe.

27 My sheep listen to My voice; I know them, and they follow Me.

28 I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one can snatch them out of My hand.

29 My Father who has given them to Me is greater than all. No one can snatch them out of My Father’s hand.

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