Predestined for Good Works: Founded Upon Grace: Book 3

Founded Upon Grace #3

by Eddie Snipes

Most people view works as their gift to God. The truth is that God has prepared His works for you, and it is His gift to you. It’s not how you earn rewards, but how you fulfill Jesus’ promise, “It’s the Father’s good pleasure to give you His kingdom.” Once you understand that works are gifts of God’s grace (or favor) toward you, then it eliminates burn-out, fear, and the pressure of success. Success is a guarantee – if you are walking in God’s prepared gift for you. This is why it’s important to have a good understanding of what the Bible means when speaking of predestination and election. Rather than teaching that God pre-chose who would be allowed into salvation, we’ll examine the scriptures that clarify that this is an invitation of grace through faith. It’s an invitation given to all, and God will not issue a call unless He fully intends to honor it. I’m confident that as you examine these scriptures without preconceived ideas, you’ll gain a deeper understanding and will never look at works or predestination the same way again. Predestination is given to reveal God’s plan, and these scriptures are designed to give you confidence and assurance. That’s why the Bible says things like, “If you do these things, you will never stumble,” and “You will bear much fruit.” The one walking in God’s plan by faith is guaranteed a fruitful life. Find out what it means to walk in a life filled with the joy of discovery.

90 pages, Paperback

Published December 9, 2015

Reviews

[Christy Bower · Rating 4 out of 5]

Predestined for Good Works is a little more technical than other books by Eddie Snipes. In this volume, the author digs into the various views of predestination. He explains both Calvinism and Arminianism and how they’ve allowed a man-made doctrine to hijack the truth of God’s Word. According to the author, “Any doctrine that divides rather than unites the church is not of God. Any doctrine that forces us to choose one set of scriptures and reject other scriptures is not a doctrine of Christ.”

Eddie Snipes builds up the doctrine of predestination, which is more than salvation. He explains the implications of predestination for our life, ministry, and perseverance in difficulties.

Predestined for Good Works is worth a read as long as you’re not afraid to delve into Scripture, stripped naked of human-imposed ideologies.

This review, along with additional book quotes, first appeared on my blog, ChristyBower.com.