Mark 13:20-22

Amplified Bible, Classic Edition

²⁰ And unless the Lord had shortened the days, no human being would be saved (rescued); but for the sake of the elect, His chosen ones (those whom He ^[a]picked out for Himself), He has shortened the days.^(A)

²¹ And then if anyone says to you, See, here is the Christ (the Messiah)! or, Look, there He is! do not believe it.

²² False Christs (Messiahs) and false prophets will arise and show signs and [work] miracles to deceive and lead astray, if possible, even the elect (those God has chosen out for Himself).