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NASB | Matthew 24:22 "Unless those days had been cut short, no life would have been saved; but for the sake of the elect those days will be cut short. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 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. |
Subject: Can you explain 'days will be shortened' |
Bible Note: Colin, The absolute sovereignty of God and the responsibility of man are both taught in Scripture. Reason alone has not led me to a resolution. It is a paradox beyond my ken. On a personal level, I believe that all things have their wellspring in the will of God. Nevertheless, I am responsible, as an adopted son of God, to obey His commands. As an old scottish lady was purported to say about eternal assurance, "It's easier felt than tell't. :-) John |