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This is why the Father loves me, because I lay down my life so that I may take it up again.
Compare Versions
American Standard Version
Therefore doth the Father love me, because I lay down my life, that I may take it again.
English Standard Version
For this reason the Father loves me, because I lay down my life that I may take it up again.
King James Version
Therefore doth my Father love me, because I lay down my life, that I might take it again.
New American Standard Bible
For this reason the Father loves Me, because I lay down My life so that I may take it back.
New International Version
The reason my Father loves me is that I lay down my life—only to take it up again.
New King James Version
“Therefore My Father loves Me, because I lay down My life that I may take it again.
New Living Translation
“The Father loves me because I sacrifice my life so I may take it back again.
World English Bible
Therefore the Father loves me, because I lay down my life, that I may take it again.