Gospel of John Deep Dive
Walk through the entire Gospel of John, one chapter per day. Discover who Jesus is through the eyes of the beloved disciple, who knew Him most intimately.
John 1 – 21 (Complete Gospel)
Believers wanting an immersive chapter-by-chapter walk through the divinity, miracles, and farewell discourse of Christ.
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Complete Daily Syllabus
21 days. Each day opens into a read, key verses in plain English, reflection questions and a prayer, with companion journeys on 12 of them.
01 The Word Made Flesh & Light of Men
John 1 Christ as the eternal Logos who brought life into darkness.
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The Word Made Flesh & Light of Men
John 1Christ as the eternal Logos who brought life into darkness.
John 1, slowly. Read it once for the story and once for the sentence that stops you. Listen instead ↗
- What does this passage show you about who God is?
- Today’s focus is “Christ as the eternal Logos who brought life into darkness”. Where does that touch something in your week right now?
- What is one sentence you could carry into today?
Turn the sentence that stopped you into a prayer. Say it plainly. Then sit for one quiet minute before you pick up anything else.
More companion material for this passage is coming as the app’s library grows.
02 The First Miracle & Cleansing the Temple
John 2 The wedding feast at Cana and reverent zeal for His Father’s house.
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The First Miracle & Cleansing the Temple
John 2The wedding feast at Cana and reverent zeal for His Father’s house.
John 2, slowly. Read it once for the story and once for the sentence that stops you.
- What does this passage show you about who God is?
- Today’s focus is “The wedding feast at Cana and reverent zeal for His Father’s house”. Where does that touch something in your week right now?
- What is one sentence you could carry into today?
Turn the sentence that stopped you into a prayer. Say it plainly. Then sit for one quiet minute before you pick up anything else.
More companion material for this passage is coming as the app’s library grows.
03 Born Again & God’s Supreme Love
John 3 Nicodemus under the night sky, spiritual rebirth, and John 3:16.
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Born Again & God’s Supreme Love
John 3Nicodemus under the night sky, spiritual rebirth, and John 3:16.
John 3, slowly. Read it once for the story and once for the sentence that stops you.
For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
Plain English: God loves people so much that he gave Jesus. Trusting him brings lasting life instead of being lost.
Big idea in one verse. John 3:16 summarizes the gospel message: God’s love, Jesus’ giving, and the invitation to believe. In its chapter context, it follows a conversation about being “born again” and God’s rescue rather than condemnation.
- What does this passage show you about who God is?
- Today’s focus is “Nicodemus under the night sky, spiritual rebirth, and John 3:16”. Where does that touch something in your week right now?
- What is one sentence you could carry into today?
Turn the sentence that stopped you into a prayer. Say it plainly. Then sit for one quiet minute before you pick up anything else.
04 Living Water at Jacob’s Well
John 4 The Samaritan woman and worshiping in spirit and truth.
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Living Water at Jacob’s Well
John 4The Samaritan woman and worshiping in spirit and truth.
John 4, slowly. Read it once for the story and once for the sentence that stops you.
Now Jacob’s well was there. Jesus therefore, being wearied with his journey, sat thus on the well: and it was about the sixth hour.
Plain English: Jacob's well was there, and Jesus, tired from the journey, sat down beside it. It was about the sixth hour.
- What does this passage show you about who God is?
- Today’s focus is “The Samaritan woman and worshiping in spirit and truth”. Where does that touch something in your week right now?
- What is one sentence you could carry into today?
Journey · 8 steps
He Was Never In A Hurry
Urgency was not one of his tools.
Journey · 4 steps
The Living Well
Quenching the soul's deepest thirst.
Devotional · 3 min · John 4:14
Living Water
Jesus offered the Samaritan woman water that wouldn't run dry. Inner satisfaction not dependent on circumstance.
Pray: Jesus, fill the well in me. Let my satisfaction come from You, not what I'm chasing.
Do: Identify one place you've been trying to satisfy yourself outside of God. Bring it to Him today.
Devotional · 4 min · John 4:13-14
The Empty Refresh
Jesus met a woman who kept coming back to the same well every single day. He did not shame the returning. He named the thirst underneath it.
Pray: Jesus, I keep returning to wells that leave me dry. Be the water I stop needing to refill.
Do: Next time you reach for your phone without a reason, pause and name what you were hoping to find.
Turn the sentence that stopped you into a prayer. Say it plainly. Then sit for one quiet minute before you pick up anything else.
05 Healing at Bethesda & Authority of the Son
John 5 Take up thy bed and walk; Christ’s oneness with the Father.
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Healing at Bethesda & Authority of the Son
John 5Take up thy bed and walk; Christ’s oneness with the Father.
John 5, slowly. Read it once for the story and once for the sentence that stops you.
- What does this passage show you about who God is?
- Today’s focus is “Take up thy bed and walk; Christ’s oneness with the Father”. Where does that touch something in your week right now?
- What is one sentence you could carry into today?
Turn the sentence that stopped you into a prayer. Say it plainly. Then sit for one quiet minute before you pick up anything else.
More companion material for this passage is coming as the app’s library grows.
06 The Bread of Life in the Wilderness
John 6 Feeding the five thousand and the eternal sustenance of Christ.
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The Bread of Life in the Wilderness
John 6Feeding the five thousand and the eternal sustenance of Christ.
John 6, slowly. Read it once for the story and once for the sentence that stops you.
When Jesus therefore perceived that they would come and take him by force, to make him a king, he departed again into a mountain himself alone.
Plain English: Knowing they meant to come and make him king by force, Jesus withdrew again to the mountain by himself.
- What does this passage show you about who God is?
- Today’s focus is “Feeding the five thousand and the eternal sustenance of Christ”. Where does that touch something in your week right now?
- What is one sentence you could carry into today?
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He Left The Crowd
Walking away from the thing everyone wanted.
Journey · 4 steps
Five Loaves and Two Fish
Placing your inadequate portion into Christ's hands.
Devotional · 3 min · John 6:35
The Bread of Life
Physical hunger is a signal that your body needs calories. Spiritual restlessness is a signal that your soul is hungry for Jesus.
Pray: Jesus, Bread of Life, satisfy the deep longings of my soul with Your presence.
Do: Before reaching for snacks or phone scrolling out of boredom, spend 1 minute in prayer.
Turn the sentence that stopped you into a prayer. Say it plainly. Then sit for one quiet minute before you pick up anything else.
07 Streams of Living Water
John 7 Teaching at the Feast of Tabernacles and the gift of the Holy Spirit.
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Streams of Living Water
John 7Teaching at the Feast of Tabernacles and the gift of the Holy Spirit.
John 7, slowly. Read it once for the story and once for the sentence that stops you.
- What does this passage show you about who God is?
- Today’s focus is “Teaching at the Feast of Tabernacles and the gift of the Holy Spirit”. Where does that touch something in your week right now?
- What is one sentence you could carry into today?
Devotional · 3 min · John 7:37-38
Rivers of Living Water
A cistern only holds water until it runs dry, but an artesian spring continually bubbles up from deep underground sources.
Pray: Holy Spirit, fill me afresh and let Your living water overflow into the lives of others.
Do: Drink a glass of water and reflect on God's unending spiritual replenishment.
Turn the sentence that stopped you into a prayer. Say it plainly. Then sit for one quiet minute before you pick up anything else.
08 The Light of the World & Truth That Sets Free
John 8 Mercy to the woman taken in adultery and divine eternal presence.
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The Light of the World & Truth That Sets Free
John 8Mercy to the woman taken in adultery and divine eternal presence.
John 8, slowly. Read it once for the story and once for the sentence that stops you.
- What does this passage show you about who God is?
- Today’s focus is “Mercy to the woman taken in adultery and divine eternal presence”. Where does that touch something in your week right now?
- What is one sentence you could carry into today?
Devotional · 3 min · John 8:31-32
The Anchor of Truth
Freedom is not the ability to do whatever your impulses demand; freedom is alignment with the reality of how God designed life to work.
Pray: Jesus, root my heart in Your truth so I walk in holy, unburdened freedom today.
Do: Memorize one key verse of scripture today to guard your mind.
Devotional · 3 min · John 8:12
The Light of Life
Following Jesus is not stumbling through blind darkness; it is walking in the clear, radiant illumination of His truth.
Pray: Jesus, Light of the World, illuminate my decisions and keep my feet on the path of life.
Do: Follow Jesus in one small decision today, choosing His way over your comfort.
Turn the sentence that stopped you into a prayer. Say it plainly. Then sit for one quiet minute before you pick up anything else.
09 Healing the Man Born Blind
John 9 Physical sight as a symbol of spiritual awakening to the Son of God.
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Healing the Man Born Blind
John 9Physical sight as a symbol of spiritual awakening to the Son of God.
John 9, slowly. Read it once for the story and once for the sentence that stops you.
- What does this passage show you about who God is?
- Today’s focus is “Physical sight as a symbol of spiritual awakening to the Son of God”. Where does that touch something in your week right now?
- What is one sentence you could carry into today?
Turn the sentence that stopped you into a prayer. Say it plainly. Then sit for one quiet minute before you pick up anything else.
More companion material for this passage is coming as the app’s library grows.
10 The Good Shepherd & His Flock
John 10 The Shepherd who knows His sheep by name and lays down His life.
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The Good Shepherd & His Flock
John 10The Shepherd who knows His sheep by name and lays down His life.
John 10, slowly. Read it once for the story and once for the sentence that stops you.
My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me:
Plain English: My sheep listen to my voice. I know them, and they follow me.
- What does this passage show you about who God is?
- Today’s focus is “The Shepherd who knows His sheep by name and lays down His life”. Where does that touch something in your week right now?
- What is one sentence you could carry into today?
Journey · 7 steps
Your Name Is Not Your Follower Count
Being known by God, not measured by numbers.
Journey · 6 steps
Hearing God Speak
Learning to listen.
Journey · 5 steps
Hearing God's Voice
Learning to recognize him.
Devotional · 3 min · John 10:14
The Good Shepherd
Sheep don't navigate. They follow. Their job is to stay near the shepherd.
Pray: Jesus, my Shepherd, lead me today. Help me follow without trying to lead myself.
Do: At three points today, pause and pray: 'I'm following, Shepherd.'
Turn the sentence that stopped you into a prayer. Say it plainly. Then sit for one quiet minute before you pick up anything else.
11 The Resurrection and the Life
John 11 Jesus weeping at Bethany and calling Lazarus forth from the tomb.
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The Resurrection and the Life
John 11Jesus weeping at Bethany and calling Lazarus forth from the tomb.
John 11, slowly. Read it once for the story and once for the sentence that stops you.
When he had heard therefore that he was sick, he abode two days still in the same place where he was.
Plain English: So when he heard Lazarus was sick, he stayed where he was two more days.
- What does this passage show you about who God is?
- Today’s focus is “Jesus weeping at Bethany and calling Lazarus forth from the tomb”. Where does that touch something in your week right now?
- What is one sentence you could carry into today?
Turn the sentence that stopped you into a prayer. Say it plainly. Then sit for one quiet minute before you pick up anything else.
12 Anointing at Bethany & Triumphal Entry
John 12 Mary’s costly alabaster ointment and Christ’s royal entrance.
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Anointing at Bethany & Triumphal Entry
John 12Mary’s costly alabaster ointment and Christ’s royal entrance.
John 12, slowly. Read it once for the story and once for the sentence that stops you.
- What does this passage show you about who God is?
- Today’s focus is “Mary’s costly alabaster ointment and Christ’s royal entrance”. Where does that touch something in your week right now?
- What is one sentence you could carry into today?
Turn the sentence that stopped you into a prayer. Say it plainly. Then sit for one quiet minute before you pick up anything else.
More companion material for this passage is coming as the app’s library grows.
13 Washing the Disciples’ Feet
John 13 Servant leadership and the new commandment to love one another.
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Washing the Disciples’ Feet
John 13Servant leadership and the new commandment to love one another.
John 13, slowly. Read it once for the story and once for the sentence that stops you.
- What does this passage show you about who God is?
- Today’s focus is “Servant leadership and the new commandment to love one another”. Where does that touch something in your week right now?
- What is one sentence you could carry into today?
Turn the sentence that stopped you into a prayer. Say it plainly. Then sit for one quiet minute before you pick up anything else.
14 The Way, the Truth, the Life & The Comforter
John 14 Let not your heart be troubled; the promise of the Holy Ghost.
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The Way, the Truth, the Life & The Comforter
John 14Let not your heart be troubled; the promise of the Holy Ghost.
John 14, slowly. Read it once for the story and once for the sentence that stops you.
Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.
Plain English: Jesus claims to be the true path to God. Knowing him is central to faith.
Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
Plain English: Jesus offers a deeper peace than circumstances can give. You can face fear without being controlled by it.
In my Father’s house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.
Plain English: There is plenty of room in my Father's house. If it were not so, I would have told you. I am going to prepare a place for you.
But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.
Plain English: The Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you everything and remind you of all I said.
- What does this passage show you about who God is?
- Today’s focus is “Let not your heart be troubled; the promise of the Holy Ghost”. Where does that touch something in your week right now?
- What is one sentence you could carry into today?
Journey · 8 steps
Deconstruction And Rebuilding
Taking it apart without losing it.
Journey · 7 steps
Faith And Doubt Together
Both, in the same person.
Journey · 9 steps
What God Calls Himself
What he calls himself.
Devotional · 3 min · John 14:27
Shalom
The world's peace is conditional — it depends on circumstances.
Pray: Jesus, give me Your peace today — the kind the world can't give and can't take.
Do: Take three slow breaths. With each, pray: 'Your peace, Jesus.'
Devotional · 3 min · John 14:27
Peace Like a River
Worldly peace depends on ideal conditions: no conflict, a full bank account, and smooth plans. Christ's peace exists independently of conditions.
Pray: Prince of Peace, rule over my heart and quiet every anxious thought today.
Do: Take a slow breath and say out loud: 'Jesus leaves me His peace.'
Turn the sentence that stopped you into a prayer. Say it plainly. Then sit for one quiet minute before you pick up anything else.
15 The True Vine & Abiding in His Love
John 15 Without Me ye can do nothing; bearing everlasting fruit.
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The True Vine & Abiding in His Love
John 15Without Me ye can do nothing; bearing everlasting fruit.
John 15, slowly. Read it once for the story and once for the sentence that stops you.
I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing.
Plain English: Staying close to Jesus is how spiritual growth happens. Apart from him, lasting change is impossible.
If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you.
Plain English: If you stay in me and my words stay in you, ask whatever you want and it will be done for you.
Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me.
Plain English: Remain in me, and I will remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine.
- What does this passage show you about who God is?
- Today’s focus is “Without Me ye can do nothing; bearing everlasting fruit”. Where does that touch something in your week right now?
- What is one sentence you could carry into today?
Journey · 8 steps
John, Who Stayed Close
Abiding, from the one who wrote the word.
Journey · 6 steps
Abide in Christ
The whole point.
Journey · 8 steps
Rest for the Weary
A walk through the words of Jesus.
Devotional · 4 min · John 15:2
Pruning
Pruning hurts. But the gardener knows what cut leads to more fruit.
Pray: Father, I trust Your pruning. Cut what needs cutting. I want more fruit, not less.
Do: Name one thing in your life that may be getting pruned. Thank God for it.
Devotional · 3 min · John 15:5
The Vine and Branches
A branch does not strain and sweat to produce grapes. It simply stays connected to the vine and lets the life of the vine flow through it.
Pray: Lord Jesus, teach me to abide in You throughout the hours of this day.
Do: Whisper a brief prayer of connection to Jesus before starting each new task today.
Turn the sentence that stopped you into a prayer. Say it plainly. Then sit for one quiet minute before you pick up anything else.
16 The Work of the Spirit & Joy Overcoming Sorrow
John 16 Be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
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The Work of the Spirit & Joy Overcoming Sorrow
John 16Be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
John 16, slowly. Read it once for the story and once for the sentence that stops you.
- What does this passage show you about who God is?
- Today’s focus is “Be of good cheer; I have overcome the world”. Where does that touch something in your week right now?
- What is one sentence you could carry into today?
Turn the sentence that stopped you into a prayer. Say it plainly. Then sit for one quiet minute before you pick up anything else.
More companion material for this passage is coming as the app’s library grows.
17 The Great Intercessory Prayer
John 17 Christ praying for His apostles and for all who would believe.
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The Great Intercessory Prayer
John 17Christ praying for His apostles and for all who would believe.
John 17, slowly. Read it once for the story and once for the sentence that stops you.
- What does this passage show you about who God is?
- Today’s focus is “Christ praying for His apostles and for all who would believe”. Where does that touch something in your week right now?
- What is one sentence you could carry into today?
Turn the sentence that stopped you into a prayer. Say it plainly. Then sit for one quiet minute before you pick up anything else.
More companion material for this passage is coming as the app’s library grows.
18 Betrayal, Arrest, and Peter’s Denial
John 18 Gethsemane, standing before Pilate, and My kingdom is not of this world.
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Betrayal, Arrest, and Peter’s Denial
John 18Gethsemane, standing before Pilate, and My kingdom is not of this world.
John 18, slowly. Read it once for the story and once for the sentence that stops you.
- What does this passage show you about who God is?
- Today’s focus is “Gethsemane, standing before Pilate, and My kingdom is not of this world”. Where does that touch something in your week right now?
- What is one sentence you could carry into today?
Turn the sentence that stopped you into a prayer. Say it plainly. Then sit for one quiet minute before you pick up anything else.
More companion material for this passage is coming as the app’s library grows.
19 The Crucifixion & It Is Finished
John 19 Calvary, the parting of garments, and the fulfillment of redemption.
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The Crucifixion & It Is Finished
John 19Calvary, the parting of garments, and the fulfillment of redemption.
John 19, slowly. Read it once for the story and once for the sentence that stops you.
- What does this passage show you about who God is?
- Today’s focus is “Calvary, the parting of garments, and the fulfillment of redemption”. Where does that touch something in your week right now?
- What is one sentence you could carry into today?
Turn the sentence that stopped you into a prayer. Say it plainly. Then sit for one quiet minute before you pick up anything else.
More companion material for this passage is coming as the app’s library grows.
20 The Empty Tomb & Risen Lord
John 20 Mary at the garden tomb, Thomas seeing the prints, and blessed are they that believe.
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The Empty Tomb & Risen Lord
John 20Mary at the garden tomb, Thomas seeing the prints, and blessed are they that believe.
John 20, slowly. Read it once for the story and once for the sentence that stops you.
Then saith he to Thomas, Reach hither thy finger, and behold my hands; and reach hither thy hand, and thrust it into my side: and be not faithless, but believing.
Plain English: Then he said to Thomas: put your finger here and see my hands. Reach out your hand and put it into my side. Stop doubting and believe.
- What does this passage show you about who God is?
- Today’s focus is “Mary at the garden tomb, Thomas seeing the prints, and blessed are they that believe”. Where does that touch something in your week right now?
- What is one sentence you could carry into today?
Journey · 7 steps
Thomas, Who Asked
The doubt that got a personal answer.
Journey · 4 steps
Peace Be With You
The risen Jesus walking through locked doors of fear.
Devotional · 4 min · John 20:27
Honest Questions Are Allowed
Thomas said he would not believe without evidence. Jesus did not rebuke him or wait for better faith. He showed up and offered His hands.
Pray: Jesus, I would rather bring You my real questions than fake a certainty I do not have.
Do: Write down the question about God you are most afraid to ask. Ask it.
Turn the sentence that stopped you into a prayer. Say it plainly. Then sit for one quiet minute before you pick up anything else.
21 Breakfast by the Shore & Feed My Sheep
John 21 The miraculous catch of fish, Peter’s restoration, and the call to follow.
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Breakfast by the Shore & Feed My Sheep
John 21The miraculous catch of fish, Peter’s restoration, and the call to follow.
John 21, slowly. Read it once for the story and once for the sentence that stops you.
He saith unto him the third time, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me? Peter was grieved because he said unto him the third time, Lovest thou me? And he said unto him, Lord, thou knowest all things; thou knowest that I love thee. Jesus saith unto him, Feed my sheep.
Plain English: The third time he said: Simon son of John, do you love me? Peter was hurt, and said: Lord, you know everything — you know that I love you. Jesus said: feed my sheep.
- What does this passage show you about who God is?
- Today’s focus is “The miraculous catch of fish, Peter’s restoration, and the call to follow”. Where does that touch something in your week right now?
- What is one sentence you could carry into today?
Journey · 8 steps
Peter, After The Fire
Restoration that matched the wound.
Journey · 4 steps
Restoration by the Charcoal Fire
Peter restored with three questions of love.
Devotional · 4 min · John 21:17
Not Beyond Repair
Peter denied Jesus three times beside a fire. Jesus asks the question three times beside another fire. The repair is shaped exactly like the wound.
Pray: Jesus, You know what I have done and You are still asking me to follow. I want to believe that.
Do: Name your worst failure, then say aloud: this is not the end of my story.
Turn the sentence that stopped you into a prayer. Say it plainly. Then sit for one quiet minute before you pick up anything else.
Go deeper with journeys
Short guided studies from the app that draw on the passages in this plan.
Seasons of the Year
Christmas Beyond The Story
What actually happened.
Philippians 2:7 · 8 steps
Everyday Faith
Amazing Grace
The gift that rewrites everything.
· 9 steps
Everyday Faith
Faith When You Have Questions
Staying faithful in the fog.
· 10 steps
The Habits of Jesus
He Was Never In A Hurry
Urgency was not one of his tools.
John 11:6 · 8 steps
Passages Through the Bible
The Living Well
Quenching the soul's deepest thirst.
John 4:14 · 4 steps
The Habits of Jesus
He Left The Crowd
Walking away from the thing everyone wanted.
John 6:15 · 8 steps
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