Human will is a profound aspect of biblical theology that reflects the divine gift of choice bestowed upon humanity. The Scriptures reveal that God created humans in His image, granting them the ability to make decisions that align with His will or diverge from it. In Deuteronomy 30:19, we see the gravity of this choice as God urges His people to choose life, emphasizing the importance of their will in determining their destiny. Furthermore, the Apostle Paul highlights the struggle within the human heart in Romans 7:15-20, where he articulates the conflict between the desire to do good and the pull of sin, illustrating the complexity of human will in the face of spiritual warfare. Jesus, in Matthew 26:41, calls His disciples to watch and pray, reminding them that the spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak, underscoring the need for divine assistance in exercising their will towards righteousness. The power of the human will is also evident in the transformative potential it holds, as seen in Philippians 2:13, where Paul affirms that God works in us to will and to act according to His good purpose. Ultimately, understanding human will is essential for grasping the nature of sin, redemption, and the call to live a life that glorifies God.
C.I. Scofield preaches about the inner struggle of the human will to attain the Christian ethic, emphasizing the tragic breakdown when the will fails to perform what is good. He highlights the misconception that holiness can be achieved through willpower alone, using the Apostle Paul's experience to
This sermon emphasizes the importance of surrendering our will to God, using examples of biblical figures who struggled with their wills. It challenges listeners to consider areas where their will may be unyielded and encourages them to seek God's will above their own desires.