2 Peter 1:9 in the King James Version
But he that lacketh these things is blind, and cannot see afar off, and hath forgotten that he was purged from his old sins.
Context
8 For if these things are yours and abound, they make you to not be idle or unfruitful in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.
9 For he who lacks these things is blind, seeing only what is near, having forgotten the cleansing from his old sins.
10 Therefore, brothers, be more diligent to make your calling and election sure. For if you do these things, you will never stumble.