Ask Pastor John Does God Decree Events He Doesn’t Want to Happen?
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Nov 20, 2017 The discussion dives into the complexities of divine will, clarifying the distinction between God's will of decree and will of desire. It poses provocative questions about events that seemingly contradict God's desires. With scripture as a guide, the podcast unpacks how God's sovereign decrees and His intentions coexist. Listeners will appreciate the rich biblical examples that illustrate the profound mystery of God's sovereignty intertwined with His love.
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Two Wills of God
- The Bible sometimes presents God's will as a sovereign decree, planning and ensuring everything happens.
- Other times, it's presented as a command that doesn't always come to pass, like "thou shalt not murder."
Jesus's Murder and God's Will
- God commands "thou shalt not murder," yet scripture says God willed Jesus's murder.
- This seeming contradiction exemplifies the two wills: God's command and God's decree.
God's Desire vs. Decree
- God desires all people to be saved (1 Timothy 2:4), yet not all are saved.
- God's will of decree incorporates, rather than overrules, his desires, including those not realized.
