Predestination, free will, and the question we can’t avoid: Is God in control — or are we?

About this episode

This episode explores the complex relationship between predestination, free will, and the question of divine control.

Hey guys — Here’s the latest episode of The Search for God . If you’ve ever wrestled with faith, doubt, or just felt like you’re trying to figure things out as you go, I think my podcast is a great resource for you. You can listen above, or find it on your preferred platform — just search The Search for God by Stan R. Mitchell. I hope this episode meets you where you are… and maybe moves you one step closer to God. BTW, here are a few episodes you don’t want to miss: * For the vets out there... Dealing with paranoia, PTSD, and the emotional scars you earned from serving. * How it all started: my painful origin story. * I stand on the shoulders of a giant — my eulogy to my Dad . If you know nothing about the Bible but want to test the waters and maybe try it out, check out my resource page here . Please join me again in our next episode, and please stay safe until then. Want to talk to me directly? Email me at the following address: stanrmitchell2012@gmail.com . I love hearing feedback, compliments, and even constructive criticism. 👊💓🙏 If you’d like to support the show: The simplest way is to rate and review it on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you listen. That really does help…

People in this episode

Host: Stan R. Mitchell

Topics covered

• predestination
• free will
• faith
• doubt
• spirituality
• God's control

Keywords

• predestination
• free will
• God
• faith
• doubt
• spirituality
• control

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