Therefore rather, brethren, give diligence to make your calling and election sure: for if you do these things, you shall never fall:
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George Leo Haydock
AD 1849
By good works you may make sure without diving into the hidden mysteries of predestination
You shall not sin at any time. These words evidently suppose, that the graces and assistances of God will not be wanting; for it would be in vain to command, unless a man had both free will and capacity to perform. But, as it follows, these helps shall be abundantly ministered to you. (Witham)