BibleThinker Why God Hardens Hearts: Romans 9:17-24
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Sep 3, 2017 Delve into the intriguing concept of God hardening hearts, particularly through the lens of Romans 9 and Pharaoh's story. Explore the balance between divine sovereignty and human free will, emphasizing how choices shape spiritual openness. The discussion tackles whether God creates individuals to dishonor Him and the relationship between blasphemy against the Holy Spirit and a hardened heart. Can we pray for softened hearts? Discover key insights on transformation, hope, and the importance of maintaining a receptive spirit.
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Pharaoh Illustrates Divine Hardening
- Paul uses Pharaoh in Romans 9 to prove God can harden whoever He wills for His purposes.
- The hardening example sets up why many in Israel did not receive the Messiah.
Hardening Means Firming An Existing Will
- Hebrew terms for harden include to strengthen or firm up, implying God solidifies an existing disposition.
- Hardening often locks people into the direction they already chose rather than creating new desires.
Exodus Shows A Progression Of Hardening
- Exodus shows a progression: Pharaoh resists, his heart grows hard, he hardens himself, then God judicially hardens him.
- The text suggests synergism: human rebellion and divine hardening both operate together.