Originally Posted by Tom
Though, I am still a little confused at Dabney's comment that if world means elect, then in verse 18, the elect can lose their salvation.
You and me both... I just don't get it! shrug

Originally Posted by Tom
I do however agree the verse is evangelistic in nature, seeing as nobody except God knows who the elect are.
And I must respectfully but firmly disagree that the text is 'evangelistic in nature'. See my lengthy reply elsewhere. grin

[Linked Image]

simul iustus et peccator

[Linked Image]