The Will of the Lord Jesus: "Not My Will!"

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Can human free will truly secure salvation, or is it a myth within the context of Christian theology? We're challenging this deeply rooted belief by examining the roles of two pivotal biblical figures, Adam and Jesus Christ, and questioning the compatibility of free will with the doctrine of man's depravity. By confronting common perspectives and misconceptions around the ability of humans to achieve salvation through their will alone, we're inviting you to engage in a conversation that navigates through centuries of theological debate and thought.
Join us as we unpack the profound theological implications of the two Adams—Adam, the first man, and Christ, the last—serving as federal representatives of humanity. Through this lens, we explore the significance of Adam's disobedience and Christ's incarnate mission, emphasizing the necessity of divine intervention for reconciliation with God. From Jesus's powerful plea in the Garden of Gethsemane to the broader context of divine and human will, we scrutinize the existential questions of human culpability and the sovereignty of God's will in matters of justice and salvation.
The episode touches on the inherent limitations of human autonomy, using narratives like Cain and Abel to highlight the consequences of exercising free will contrary to divine purpose. By reflecting on these stories, we advocate for humility and surrender to God's will over personal desires. As the conversation extends to the political landscape and the futility of aligning with temporal powers, we emphasize the ultimate sovereignty of divine justice, challenging listeners to rethink common perceptions and understandings of free will within the Christian framework.

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1. Understanding the Will of Man (00:00:00)

2. The Two Adams and Free Will (00:05:49)

3. Comparing Human and Divine Free Will (00:17:04)

4. [Ad] KINGDOM COME WITH ANDREW NKOYOYO (00:23:21)

5. (Cont.) Comparing Human and Divine Free Will (00:24:09)

6. Exploring Free Will and Salvation (00:25:00)

7. The Prayer in Gethsemane (00:37:47)

8. The Will of Christ and Salvation (00:45:54)

9. The Will of God and Salvation (01:00:39)

10. The Bound Will of Man (01:18:02)

11. The Consequence of Free Will (01:26:47)