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What does the Bible say about free will and temptation?

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The Bible teaches that free will, as commonly understood, is an illusion, since our wills are governed by our nature.

In the sermon, it was articulated that the concept of free will often leads to the notion of rebellion against God's sovereignty. Our will is intrinsically linked to our nature; thus, a sinful nature results in sinful choices. Understanding this helps us wrestle with temptation from a sovereign grace perspective, acknowledging that we cannot choose good apart from God's grace. It reveals that while we face temptations, the root of the issue lies in our fallen nature, and only through God's sovereign will can our hearts be transformed to follow Him.
Scripture References: James 1:13, Hebrews 4:15

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