Matthew 24:24

For there shall arise false Christs, and false prophets, and shall shew great signs and wonders; insomuch that, if it were possible, they shall deceive the very elect.

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Wesley's Explanatory Notes

They would deceive, if possible, the very elect — But it is not possible that God should suffer the body of Christians to be thus deceived.

²⁴ For there shall arise false Christs, and false prophets, and shall shew great signs and wonders; insomuch that, if it were possible, they shall deceive the very elect.

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Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes

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Wesley's Explanatory Notes

Matthew 24:24