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 started from his sleep and saw the prison-doors open, he drew his sword and was on the point of killing himself, supposing the prisoners had made their escape;
Romans 2:4
Or are you slighting all his wealth of kindness, forbearance, and patience? Do you not know his kindness is meant to make you repent?
2 Peter 3:9
The Lord is not slow with what he promises, according to certain people's idea of slowness; no, he is longsuffering for your sake, he does not wish any to perish but all to betake them to repentance.