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What does the Bible say about God's will and man's free will?

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The Bible teaches that God's will is sovereign and ultimately prevails over man's will, which is bound by a fallen nature.

The Bible presents a clear distinction between God's sovereign will and man's so-called free will. In Scripture, particularly in passages like Romans 9, it is emphasized that salvation is a work of God, and it is not dependent on human will or effort. Man's will, when viewed apart from divine influence, is bound to his sinful nature and is hostile to God. As stated in Romans 8:7, the natural mind is enmity against God, meaning that without the intervention of God's grace, humans cannot choose Him. Therefore, while humans may appear to have free will, their choices are influenced by their fallen state, and they will not choose God unless made willing by His grace.
Scripture References: Romans 9:15, Romans 8:7

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