^{20 Ref} And except the Lord had shortened the days, no flesh would have been saved; but for the elect's sake, whom he chose, he shortened the days.

^{21 Ref} And then if any man shall say unto you, Lo, here is the Christ; or, Lo, there; believe `it' not:

^{22 Ref} for there shall arise false Christs and false prophets, and shall show signs and wonders, that they may lead astray, if possible, the elect.