Traci (Marie)
Hollandsworth
September
11, 2013
Classic
Categories #1
I most identify with the idea of
Compatibilism. I believe in determinism and free will as a joint effort in
life. Free will is offered to everyone but some things in life are already set
in motion by determinism. The example given on p.7 is exactly the way I feel
about life; we are dealt a certain hand of cards and how we play it is up to
us. After experiencing life for a certain number of years we can look back and
play the hands a little differently. I personally believe that we can overcome
any difficulties that come our way. Just because we inherit certain genetic qualities
that are beyond our control doesn’t mean that we cannot choose a different path
and become the exception.
Theological determinism makes
perfect sense to me through my faith. I believe that God does write the script
for my life; and he lets me have a hand in it by giving him my trust and
putting my faith in him. When I do that…things work out for the better good.
When I have tried to make my own plans it never works. In the bible the Lord
says that he knows the plans he has for us. I have said thanks for many
unanswered prayers. There are so many things that I prayed for at the time that
I am so very thankful never came to pass. I can see now exactly why those
things did not work and why the greater plan is much better than any I could
have. I believe that we are each given opportunities to make the best choices
possible, but sometimes we don’t. Grace and Mercy are extended to each of us.
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