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2 Peter 1:9
But whoever lacks these traits is nearsighted to the point of blindness, having forgotten that he has been cleansed from his past sins.
2 Peter 1:9 · Berean Standard Bible
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2 Peter 1:9 in other translations
But he that lacketh these things is blind, and cannot see afar off, and hath forgotten that he was purged from his old sins.
For he who lacks these things is blind, seeing only what is near, having forgotten the cleansing from his old sins.
For he who lacks these things is blind, seeing only what is near, having forgotten the cleansing from his old sins.
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In context
6 and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness;
7 and to godliness, brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness, love.
8 For if you possess these qualities and continue to grow in them, they will keep you from being ineffective and unproductive in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.
9 But whoever lacks these traits is nearsighted to the point of blindness, having forgotten that he has been cleansed from his past sins.
10 Therefore, brothers, strive to make your calling and election sure. For if you practice these things you will never stumble,
11 and you will receive a lavish reception into the eternal kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
12 Therefore I will always remind you of these things, even though you know them and are established in the truth you now have.
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