The Jimmy Akin Podcast #002 How Can We Have Free Will If God Knows the Future? - Jimmy Akin
Sep 23, 2024
Dive into the intriguing relationship between divine foreknowledge and human free will. It tackles common misconceptions that challenge the idea of choice when faced with God's omniscience. A biblical analysis reveals how God's awareness of our future actions doesn't negate our ability to make decisions. This thought-provoking discussion encourages listeners to reevaluate faith, knowledge, and the nature of free will.
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Biblical Usage of Foreknowledge
- The term "foreknow" appears infrequently in the Bible.
- Its meaning isn't always about God's future knowledge but sometimes refers to choosing or loving.
God's Eternity
- God exists outside of time.
- This concept of eternity developed over time, as the Bible initially depicted God with human-like characteristics.
Time and Eternity
- From God's perspective, all moments in time are equally present.
- This explains how he can know the future without negating free will.