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NASB | Ephesians 1:4 just as He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world, that we would be holy and blameless before Him. In love |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Ephesians 1:4 just as [in His love] He chose us in Christ [actually selected us for Himself as His own] before the foundation of the world, so that we would be holy [that is, consecrated, set apart for Him, purpose-driven] and blameless in His sight. In love |
Subject: Predestination |
Bible Note: Dear John...I am sorry that you missed the point. I agree with everything you wrote. The analogy works. Predestination, as understood by contemporary sinners, does not work. God knows what we will choose. He knows when He will offer His Gift to us. He knows our hearts, He knows when we will come to the final challenge of death, and if we will be with Him or not. He knows all this prior to our natural birth. Prior to our life being played out by us. I hope I have been a little more clear on this point. We have no disagreement on theology that I am aware of. You implied that I was irreverent. But God is the Author of life, and not, as you say, "a mere reader" and I never implied that. That is why I began with stating that to understand predestination, an analogy might help. I mean no disrespect. Chill :-) God Bless....Jensen |