^4 (A)by which have been given to us exceedingly great and precious promises, that through these you may be ^(B)partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the ^[a]corruption that is in the world through lust.

¹⁴ For we have become partakers of Christ if we hold the beginning of our confidence steadfast to the end,

The Corinthians’ Repentance

7 Therefore,^(A) having these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.

¹² that you do not become ^[a]sluggish, but imitate those who through faith and patience ^(A)inherit the promises.