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His divine power has given us all things pertaining to life and godliness, through the acknowledging of Him Who has called us to glory and virtue;

by which most great and precious promises are given to us, so that by them you could be partakers of the divine nature (in that you flee the corruption which is in the world through lust).

Therefore, give all diligence to this. Moreover, join virtue with your faith; and with virtue, knowledge;

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Confirming One’s Calling and Election

His divine power(A) has given us everything we need for a godly life through our knowledge of him(B) who called us(C) by his own glory and goodness. Through these he has given us his very great and precious promises,(D) so that through them you may participate in the divine nature,(E) having escaped the corruption in the world caused by evil desires.(F)

For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge;(G)

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