Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

He keepeth back his soul from the pit, and his life from perishing by the sword.

Bible References

Keepeth

Acts 16:27
When the jailer woke and saw that the prison doors were open, he drew his sword and was about to kill himself, supposing that the prisoners had escaped.
Romans 2:4
Or do you presume upon the riches of his kindness and forbearance and patience? Do you not know that God's kindness is meant to lead you to repentance?
2 Peter 3:9
The Lord is not slow about his promise, as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing for any to perish but for all to come to repentance.