# The Paradox of Free Will: Divine Order vs. Human Choice

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Podcast: [Seeds of Faith Podcast Channel](https://stenobird.com/podcast/seeds-of-faith-podcast-channel-7097625)
Published: 2026-06-15T23:18:40+00:00
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## Resource

Free will is a profound gift from God, but what happens when our desires conflict with His divine orders? Elder Rick H Carter explores this paradox through the stories of the Watchers and Adam and Eve, showing how free will can lead to both blessing and consequence. Discover the path to recovery through repentance and spiritual alignment. Part of the Free Will series.

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