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
If those days had not been cut short, nobody would have escaped, but for the sake of God's people those days will be cut short.
Romans 11:5
So too at the present time there is a remnant selected by God's mercy.