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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. |
Bible Question: Does the Bible teach the predestination of each individual? If so, when? If not, why not? (Answers from the Bible only, please) |
Bible Answer: Jeshuafreak gave some good verses. Here are a few more: "But we should always give thanks to God for you, brethren beloved by the Lord, because God has chosen you from the beginning for salvation through sanctification by the Spirit and faith in the truth." --1 Thessalonians 2:13 "Paul, a bond-servant of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ, for the faith of those chosen of God and the knowledge of the truth which is according to godliness" --Titus 1:1 There are really a great number of threads that have addressed this already, really. As you can understand, it can be a pretty touchy subject, and there have been a lot of people (including myself) who have addressed this more than others would like. I suggest doing a "quick search" at the right for words like "elect" or "chose" or "predestine." If you are looking for a book that examines predestination using the Bible, I would recommend _Chosen by God_ by R.C. Sproul. For a different perspective, I am sure that there is not shortage of people who would point you elsewhere. In addition, you might want to look at http://www.whatloveisthis.com which was set up as a Web site refuting a current book which denies that God chose those whom He would save. You are going to get much more than you expected by asking your question. Brace yourself, and pray for wisdom and clarity! :) --Joe! |