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NASB | Matthew 7:21 ¶ "Not everyone who says to Me, 'Lord, Lord,' will enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of My Father who is in heaven will enter. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Matthew 7:21 ¶ "Not everyone who says to Me, 'Lord, Lord,' will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of My Father who is in heaven. |
Bible Question: Long story short......The Christian radio station I listen to, has the underlying theme of "ONLY GOD KNOWS WHO WILL BBE SAVED AND THAT HE HAS ALREADY PICKOUT WHOM HE WILL SAVE,BUT WE WON'T KNOW UNTIL GOD REVEALS THIS TO US ANG WE HAVE NO CHOISE IN THE DESCISION TO FOLLOW GOD OR NOT TO FOLLOW.....This is not what I have come to believe over my 60 years as a christian. I am not very confused about this teaching..Cant anyone set me streight.... |
Bible Answer: Dear nursebeek, The quote you gave is a misrepresentation of a biblical position. I recommend that you research the Presbyterian Church in America web site: www.pcanet.org, and click on "beliefs." We do make choices. However, our choices are determined by our nature, which is fallen and totally corrupt And, of course, all things including our choices are subject to the sovereignty of God Almighty. But our choices are nonetheless real, and for those choices we will be held accountable. I would also add, to clear up a misunderstanding, that responsibility is not based on our ability to make choices but upon our knowledge of God's will. Rom 1:18 For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men who suppress the truth in unrighteousness, Rom 1:19 because that which is known about God is evident within them; for God made it evident to them. Rom 1:20 For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes, His eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly seen, being understood through what has been made, so that they are without excuse. Rom 1:21 For even though they knew God, they did not honor Him as God or give thanks, but they became futile in their speculations, and their foolish heart was darkened. Peace, |