How Do We Rectify That God Wants All Saved but Most Will Not Be?
From Ask Dr. E by Michael Easley
March 12, 2026 · 11 min · Episode 287
About this episode
Dr. E explores the tension between God's desire for all to be saved and the reality that many will not be, discussing key biblical passages and theological concepts.
In this episode, Dr. E answers a question about universalism, free will, and predestination. Scripture says God desires all to come to repentance (2 Peter 3:9; 1 Timothy 2:4). But Jesus also says many take the wide path to destruction. So how do we reconcile those truths? Does God’s will fail? Are we given the option to accept or reject salvation? If God is omnipotent, why doesn’t He save everyone? Does He desire salvation for all but prioritize something else — like justice or glory? Dr. Easley explains the difference between God’s sovereign will and the universal call to salvation. He walks through key passages like Ephesians 1, John 6, and Romans 9 and addresses the tension between divine sovereignty and human responsibility. Rather than forcing a philosophical solution, Dr. Easley encourages believers to hold both biblical truths faithfully. From our limited perspective, we see tension. From God’s eternal perspective, His will is perfect. If you’ve wrestled with election, predestination, Calvinism, Arminianism, or the question “Why aren’t all saved?” — this episode is for you. Chapters 00:00 – The Question: If God Wants All Saved, Why Aren’t All Saved? 01:30 – What Does…
People in this episode
Host: Michael Easley
Topics covered
- universalism
- free will
- predestination
- divine sovereignty
- human responsibility
- salvation
Keywords
- election
- Calvinism
- Arminianism
- salvation
- divine sovereignty
- human responsibility
- predestination
- 2 Peter
- 1 Timothy
- Romans 9
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: 2 Peter 3:9, 1 Timothy 2:4, Ephesians 1, John 6, Romans 9
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