Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

And except that the Lord had shortened those days, no flesh should be saved: but for the elect's sake, whom he hath chosen, he hath shortened the days.

Bible References

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Matthew 24:22
And if those days had not been shortened, no flesh would be saved; but for the sake of the elect those days will be shortened.
Romans 11:5
So too at the present time there is a remnant, chosen by grace.