• I Timothy 6:15; Psalms 103:19
  • Calvinism’s view: God only allows people to make evil choices, except for the “elect,” which He allows to make good choices.
    • Job 42:1-2?
    • Psalms 135:6?
    • Proverbs 21:1?
    • James 1:13-15 – God does not cause people to sin.
  • Bible view: God allows people to choose good or evil, but He is still sovereign as the final judge.
    • People are free to choose between good and evil.
      • Genesis 3:2-3,6
      • Deuteronomy 30:15-20
      • Joshua 24:14-15
      • Isaiah 1:19-20
      • John 7:16-17 – There are two “wills” discussed here. We have to align our will with God’s will.
      • Romans 2:2-11; 6:12,23
      • II Peter 3:9
    • God’s sovereignty is seen in His final judgment.
      • John 5:28-29
      • II Corinthians 5:20
      • I Peter 1:17-19
  • Take responsibility for your sin!
  • Take responsibility for your righteousness!
    • Philippians 2:12; I Thessalonians 2:13
  • Don’t ignore the Bible!
  • Fear God as the sovereign judge!
    • Live how you want, but in the end you will answer for it!