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NASB | Romans 8:29 For those whom He foreknew, He also predestined to become conformed to the image of His Son, so that He would be the firstborn among many brethren; |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Romans 8:29 For those whom He foreknew [and loved and chose beforehand], He also predestined to be conformed to the image of His Son [and ultimately share in His complete sanctification], so that He would be the firstborn [the most beloved and honored] among many believers. |
Subject: Free will and predestination co-exist? |
Bible Note: Thank you for the encouragement, Brother John! "It is surely a worthy view of God, to present Him as sovereign and efficient ruler, who accomplishes all His pleasure, and is never thwarted." --Patrick Hues Mell (1814-1888) "It is not merely that God has the power and right to govern all things but that He does so always and without exception." --John Piper |