The Harmony of Predestination & Free Will

“If God rules His universe by His sovereign decrees, how is it possible for man to exercise free choice?  And if he can not exercise freedom of choice, how can he be held responsible for his conduct? … Man’s will is free because God is sovereign.  A God less than sovereign could not bestow moral freedom upon His creatures. He would be afraid to do so.”

Many times in the Old Testament, God’s elect would prayerfully cast lots, and on whichever the lot fell, a decision was made without any personal choice (ex: Jonah 1:7). The last time casting lots was practiced in the Bible was during the election of the twelfth apostle.

After believers received the Spirit at Pentecost, casting lots seemed to fade into the background, as men and women of God began to discern His voice. But there still remains an exception rule, and thankfully, I’ve stumbled upon the best of both worlds:

Paper. Rock. Scissors.

Through the utility of this game, we not only have the powers of predetermined choice at hand, but we are still capable to maintain our freedom of choice in the valley of decision. Therefore, if you are ever without wisdom in crisis, I exhort you to pray with a witness, and on the count of three – “paper. rock. scissors.”

Disclaimer: This article was not written solemnly to answer anything concerning God’s rule and man’s activity under that rule. Sir Bradley is not responsible for any contemptible, silly, or inappropriate choices one may religiously perform.

Advertisement