Luke 2:52

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

Jesus became wise, and he grew strong. God was pleased with him and so were the people.

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As John grew up, God's Spirit gave him great power. John lived in the desert until the time he was sent to the people of Israel.

The child Jesus grew. He became strong and wise, and God blessed him.

If you serve Christ in this way, you will please God and be respected by people.

Each day the LORD and his people liked Samuel more and more.