# Yes & Yes | Knowing God

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Podcast: [Cornerstone Church With Dustin Bates](https://stenobird.com/podcast/cornerstone-church-with-dustin-bates-7037053)
Published: 2026-02-16T10:48:27+00:00
Episode link: https://MyCornerstone.podbean.com/e/yes-yes-knowing-god/
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## Resource

The tension between God's sovereignty and human free will has puzzled believers for centuries, yet both truths coexist beautifully in Scripture. God's sovereignty means He has supreme authority over all creation and is never caught off guard by our circumstances. At the same time, we possess genuine free will to make choices throughout our lives. Like passengers on a cruise ship who have freedom to move around while the captain controls the destination, we can make real decisions within God's ultimate plan. The story of Judas demonstrates how human choices can fulfill God's predetermined purposes. Understanding this balance leads us to be thankful for salvation, hopeful during trials, and committed to obedient living while trusting in God's greater wisdom.

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