The Role of Free Will in Our Lives: Debunking the Belief in Predetermined Fate
There is a deep-seated belief among many that the outcome of our lives has already been predetermined by fate. This is a fascinating concept, often delved into through metaphysics, but it is not the whole truth. Our lives are, in fact, governed by the way we perceive the universe and the choices we make.
Free Will Is the True Controller of Our Fate
The human experience is not dictated by a fated path controlled by an unseen hand. Instead, we are the creators of our own destiny. We make choices that shape our realities. If we decide to stay up late watching a movie and consequently oversleep, missing the plane that crashes, this decision was made by us, not by some mystical force guiding our lives.
A crucial aspect of this belief is that our actions and inactions, no matter how small, play a significant role in shaping our fate. If we do something, we create something. If we do nothing, we also create something – simply the absence of change. As such, our fate is always in our own hands. We are the controllers of our own lives.
Nothing Is Predetermined in This World, Except for Death
It is important to recognize that while some aspects of our lives may seem predetermined, such as the inevitability of death, the specifics of our journey are not. If every moment and every outcome were predetermined, why would we even attempt to change anything? If being successful or failing in an exam is predetermined, then why should one even bother studying?
Perhaps the only thing truly predetermined in this world is the ultimate end of all life. The fact that we will all eventually die is an irrefutable reality, but our journey, our choices, and our experiences leading up to that moment are not.
Creation Through Choice and God's Love
From a religious perspective, we exist to choose God, who is the spirit of pure love. This choice leads to a life of pure love in eternal heaven. For those who reject this path, the consequence is oblivion. However, these are choices that we must make, not predetermined destinations.
Just as the sun rises and sets, many events in our lives are beyond our control. These are the daily occurrences that form the backdrop of our lives, not the driving force behind our destiny. What ultimately matters is the freedom of choice we exercise, as this freedom allows us to love God and our neighbors in a genuine and meaningful way.
Foreordination and the Role of Free Will
While it is true that certain individuals, such as prophets and elders, may be foreordained, the role of free will in these decisions cannot be overlooked. Foreordination refers to the concept of being chosen by God before birth. However, it is not a passive process. Even those who are foreordained have the freedom to choose whether or not to follow God’s path.
The ultimate destiny is always up to God. During near-death experiences, one follows the guidance received, often without choices. This near-death experience underscores the idea that some moments are preordained, but the choices that lead to those moments are our own.
In conclusion, while some aspects of life may seem predetermined, the vast majority of our lives are shaped by the choices we make. Our free will is the true controller of our fate, and it is through these choices that we navigate the journey and pursue the destiny that is ultimately determined by our relationship with God.