Predestination ~
Predestination: some believe in it, some don't. Most enjoy
the debate of it and are left straddling the fence because, at
first glance, scripture seems to support both sides of the issue
(being almost contradictory).
Since we know all God's Holy Word must be truth, if any of
it is at all, perhaps the question that stems from the issues of
predestination is a result of one's difficulty in interpretation
and Satan getting pleasure in dividing us (as the author of
confusion).
For those who have no idea what I'm writing about, the
question is, "Do we have a choice in our salvation and every
decision in our life, or are we puppets completing a play God has
predestined us to fulfill? Scripture bares no contradiction once
understood.
From the beginning of time, God (in His omnipotent powers)
had the ability to foresee, foreknow, and look into the future.
Every human was created by Him and He would love every one.
Thus, even all the earth would cry out there is a God, extending
the universal call to all that would receive. It was God's
desire that no one would perish.
Knowing who'd carry the name "Christian", God had also seen
their hearts and could choose whom He'd call for special areas of
service into the future.
Being made in the image of God, we can relate to God's heart
in that we were created first and foremost for the purpose of
someone to love Him.
Without love being a choice, there would have been no
purpose in our creation, no purpose in the cross of Calvary, as
He already had a company of angels.
Once you've grown spiritually, had fellowship with God, and
stood in His almighty presence, you'll never again doubt but what
it was your choice. God knew what He was doing all along and
there never was any confusion.
® by Joyce C. Lock
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About the Author:
Joyce C. Lock founded and maintains the email ministries
"Heavenly Inspirations"
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/HeavenlyInspirations/ and
"Share a Smile"
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/smilesharing/ .
She also has a published e-book, "The Difference",
which can be purchased here:
http://www.theeaglesgarden.com/
