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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 |
Bible Question: This seesm to point to preordination (I think it is called). This is a hard concept for me to grasp because I wonder why God picks us and not everyone. Or where free will fits into this concept . In the same reath God knows all. It's just hard to understand. |
Bible Answer: Hello kimberlyann ! Welcome to the forum. There have been many conversations and many different views about predestination expressed on this forum, which you can find in the quick search box. My view is that God chooses/elects all to salvation, but we have the free will to either accept or reject him. This is demonstrated throughout the bible, from Adam to Noah to Abraham... all the way to Judas and Saul(Paul). ischus |