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
Had not those days been cut short, not a soul would be saved alive; however, for the sake of the elect, those days will be cut short.
Romans 11:5
Well, at the present day there is also a remnant, selected by grace.