Predestined to His Purpose

For whom He foreknew, He also predestined.

By: Michael E.B. Maher

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

In Predestined to His Purpose, embark on a profound exploration of the doctrine of predestination, delving into how God sovereignly orchestrates His creation with a focus on salvation. Anchored in Scripture, this book unravels the delicate balance between God’s perfect will—His heartfelt desire for all to be saved—and His permissive will, which honours human free will. Through passages like Romans 12:2 and John 3:16, it reveals God’s universal provision for salvation through Jesus Christ’s atoning sacrifice, which encompasses the sins of the world, yet allows individuals to accept or reject His offer. Four biblical witnesses—Ezekiel, Jesus, Paul, and Peter—confirm God’s longing for all to turn from sin and live, supported by Christ’s redemptive work. The book examines how God’s foreknowledge shapes His sovereign choices, ensuring justice in both salvation and judgment, as seen in Ephesians 1:11. It navigates the interplay of divine election and human responsibility, illustrating how God opens believers’ hearts to the gospel while veiling its truth from unbelievers, as shown in Acts 16:14 and 2 Corinthians 4:4. Free from denominational bias, Predestined to His Purpose offers a clear, scriptural perspective on God’s plan for humanity, illuminating His love, justice, and sovereign purpose for all.
“For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.” (John 3:16)