7 “They will be saved despite this, and they will reform, because the power will descend on all people, because apart from it no one can endure. (APJ) 8 However, after being born, then, as the Spirit of life increases, and the power arrives and strengthens that soul, no one will be able to lead it astray with evil deeds. (APJ) 9 However, those on whom the false spirit descends are dragged by him, and are led astray.” (APJ)
Apocryphon of John 18:7–9
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