Thread:SouthWriter/@comment-31246436-20160908152409/@comment-1777104-20170308195214

Christian, it is clear that what I wrote earlier did nothing to sway your view. I can only pray that the Holy Spirit will grant you the insight to see His hand in all things. The word translated "predestinate" is προορίζω, from the words "pro" and "horizo" -- that is, to determine the end (horizon) beforehand. It is not just knowing, that is the word  προγινώσκω, clearly "to know beforehand." God knows the end from the beginning, so that terminal point is set in the will of God. The Bible is clear that He is indeed directing everything. Predestination is unchangeable by its very nature. God does not change His mind.

Be thankful that He has chosen you. Seek His will in your life. That way, you won't be disappointed when things don't go the way you wanted them to do. With Jesus, pray, "Thy Will, Father, not mine."