Matthew 13:21
hath not really root in himself, but is merely temporary: and when tribulation or persecution ariseth for the word's sake, immediately he is stumbled.
Matthew 20:16
Thus shall the last be first, and the first last; for many are called, but the elect are few.
Luke 14:25-33
And great multitudes followed him about: and he turned, and spoke to them,
Revelation 17:14
They shall make war against the Lamb, and the Lamb shall overcome them: because he is Lord of lords, and King of kings and they that are with him, are called, and elect, and faithful.
Revelation 21:8
But to those who shrink back through fear, and to the infidels, and to the abominable, and to murderers, and to whoremongers, and to those who use magical incantations, and to idolaters, and to all liars, is their portion [appointed] in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone; which is the second death.