The Meaning of God’s Sovereignty in a Free World

by CBHHM Cliff Jumpers

On the surface, God’s sovereignty and human free will appear to be mutually exclusive. If God is all-powerful and all-knowing, does this not imply that every event, including human decisions, is predetermined and therefore not free? Conversely, if humans have free will, doesn’t this imply that God is not in control of every aspect of creation?

God’s sovereignty necessitates a deterministic universe, where every event is predetermined and humans have no genuine choice. Others contend that human free will is incompatible with God’s sovereignty, suggesting that humans must make choices independently of God’s control.

As we navigate the paradox of God’s sovereignty and human free will, we are reminded that our understanding of these concepts is incomplete without consideration of both perspectives. By embracing the complexity of this issue, we can deepen our appreciation for the intricate dance between divine sovereignty and human agency in our lives.

Apostle Shelia

SBI Ministries

C.B. Helping Hands Ministries

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