1 Corinthians 7:29

But this. say, brethren, the time is shortened, that henceforth both those that have wives may be as though they had none;

'But this. say' -'What. mean' (TCNT) 'A new turn is here given to the argument about the present necessity.' (Robertson p. 133) 'but. will add this solemn consideration.' (Alford p. 1017)

'the time is shortened' -'the time has been shortened' (NASV) Various views exist concerning what Paul meant by this statement: (1) The time before the distress hits is short? 'The appointed time has grown very short' (Gspd); 'The time is short' (TCNT) (2) The time of the distress has been shortened (Matthew 24:22)?

'that henceforth' -'so that from now on' (NASV)

'as though they had none' -'that is, they should learn to live in such. way that when the choice must be made between allegiance to Christ and family affection they will be able to choose Christ.' (Willis p. 249)