Subject: God is in control of every single atom? |
Bible Note: John, What I said was, John 6:44 does appear to have some merit until it slams into Hebrews 6:4-6. I still beleive: It is not God’s plan or will that any should perish. John 6:44 means that God has to touch a person's heart to draw them to Jesus. However, that does not mean that they must respond to God's drawing. Also they may be drawn to Jesus, but later they turn away. God truly wanted the religious leaders (the builders) to accept the Chief corner stone. But since they chose to reject Him, then the Father rejected them also. They chose to see Him as only a mere man without deity. Matthew 21:42 Jesus said to them, "Have you never read in the Scriptures: "The stone which the builders rejected Has become the chief cornerstone. This was the LORD's doing, And it is marvelous in our eyes'?[21:42 Psalm 118:22, 23] Acts 4:11 This is the "stone which was rejected by you builders, which has become the chief cornerstone.'[4:11 Psalm 118:22] 1 Peter 2:6 Therefore it is also contained in the Scripture, "Behold, I lay in Zion A chief cornerstone, elect, precious, And he who believes on Him will by no means be put to shame."[2:6 Isaiah 28:16] 1 Peter 2:7 Therefore, to you who believe, He is precious; but to those who are disobedient,[2:7 NU-Text reads [to those who disbelieve.] ] "The stone which the builders rejected Has become the chief cornerstone,"[2:7 NU-Text reads [to those who disbelieve.] ] This is all that I can see in this context. God bless, Pastor Glenn |