Matthew 22:14

For many are called (invited, summoned), but few are chosen.”

Revelation 17:14

They will wage war against the Lamb (Christ), and the Lamb will triumph and conquer them, because He is Lord of lords and King of kings, and those who are with Him and on His side are the called and chosen (elect) and faithful.”

Matthew 7:13-14

“Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad and easy to travel is the path that leads the way to destruction and eternal loss, and there are many who enter through it.

Matthew 20:16

So those who are last [in this world] shall be first [in the world to come], and those who are first, last.”

Matthew 24:22

And if those days [of tribulation] had not been cut short, no human life would be saved; but for the sake of the elect (God’s chosen ones) those days will be shortened.

Luke 13:23-24

And someone asked Him, “Lord, will only a few be saved [from the penalties of the last judgment]?” And He said to them,

2 Peter 1:10

Therefore, believers, be all the more diligent to make certain about His calling and choosing you [be sure that your behavior reflects and confirms your relationship with God]; for by doing these things [actively developing these virtues], you will never stumble [in your spiritual growth and will live a life that leads others away from sin];

Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

Matthew 22:14

For many are called, but few are chosen.

General references

Matthew 7:13

Matthew 20:16

Luke 13:23

Bible References

General references

“Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad and easy to travel is the path that leads the way to destruction and eternal loss, and there are many who enter through it.

So those who are last [in this world] shall be first [in the world to come], and those who are first, last.”

And someone asked Him, “Lord, will only a few be saved [from the penalties of the last judgment]?” And He said to them,