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Originally Posted by nahkoe
If anyone else is as confused as I am about what you're really asking, no kidding.
I've felt like I've *almost* understood what you're getting at a few times, and then it just escapes me. It's why I've stayed out of it.
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How many times do I have to explain this, there are at least 5 posts in which I explain this. I am sorry if I seem flustered but I am being very clear about this.
There are two beliefs (at the foundation) of which pertain to how people are saved (I guess that kind of explains it, but I feel I could word that better), I don't care about this at all (for the purpose of this thread). So please if you want to argue about this go to another thread or start one. However, the significance of your belief plays a role as to whether or not you should participate. If you are Calvinist then your belief in predestination automatically creates a paradox in which means you cannot answer this question properly.
So, the question is, to those that believe in free will or at least autonomy from the will of God.
How much of your free will is predicated by a biological function?
An example would be this:
Ever tried to not eat carbohydrates? You get extremely frustrated, tired and you crave carbohydrates. You salivate more when carbohydrates are placed in front of you etc. Is this because you chose to like carbohydrates or because you need them?
You might argue that you are going against a biological drive by not eating them, but then the question of a social factor comes into play. You don't eat carbohydrates for a day or two and someone gives you a compliment, so you try not to eat carbohydrates. That social reinforcement in the form of a compliment is also serving a function.
I can explain the question all day but I think it's clear, you either get it or you don't.
Explain why you think you agree or disagree with those statements... if this helps people understand what I am asking.
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