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13 He said to them, ‘Collect no more than the amount prescribed for you.’ 14 Soldiers also asked him, ‘And we, what should we do?’ He said to them, ‘Do not extort money from anyone by threats or false accusation, and be satisfied with your wages.’

15 As the people were filled with expectation, and all were questioning in their hearts concerning John, whether he might be the Messiah,[a]

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  1. Luke 3:15 Or the Christ

13 “Don’t collect any more than you are required to,”(A) he told them.

14 Then some soldiers asked him, “And what should we do?”

He replied, “Don’t extort money and don’t accuse people falsely(B)—be content with your pay.”

15 The people were waiting expectantly and were all wondering in their hearts if John(C) might possibly be the Messiah.(D)

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