The Book of Mormon

3 Nephi 9:14

1830 Edition

Yea, verily I say unto you, if ye will come unto me, ye shall have eternal life. Behold, mine arm of mercy is extended towards you, and whosoever will come, him will I receive; and blessed are they which cometh unto me.

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Yea, verily I say unto you, if ye will come unto me, ye shall have eternal life. Behold, mine arm of mercy is extended towards you, and whosoever will come, him will I receive; and blessed are thosey whicho cometh unto me.

Simple English

“I tell you the truth. If you come to me, you will have life forever. My arm of mercy reaches out to you. I will receive anyone who comes. Those who come to me are blessed.”

Paraphrase

“Listen closely—if you come to me, you’ll have eternal life. My arms are wide open, ready to show you mercy. Whoever wants to come, I will welcome. Blessed are those who come to me.”