Ready4Eternity Podcast

49: Unlearning Augustine: Reclaiming Paul’s First-Century Message of Predestination


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For centuries, Western theology has been shaped by Augustinian thought, but what if returning to Paul’s first-century perspective on predestination changes everything? In this episode, we unpack Ephesians 1:3-5 and challenge common misconceptions. Predestination isn’t about arbitrary selection—it’s about God’s predetermined plan to adopt all who choose to be “in Christ.” Join us as we explore the historical roots of these doctrines, the influence of Augustine on the Reformers, and the biblical vision of election as an open invitation rather than exclusion.

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Ready4Eternity PodcastBy Eddie Lawrence