Does God Regret? A Biblical Case for Open Theism
One of the earliest passages in the Bible that challenges the idea of a fully settled future is Genesis 6:5-6:
"The Lord saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth, and that every intention of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually. And the Lord regretted that he had made man on the earth, and it grieved him to his heart." (ESV)
Think about that—God regretted. He was grieved by what humanity had become. If the future was eternally settled, why would He experience regret? Why would He grieve over something that was unchangeably foreordained?
This passage shows us a God who responds to human choices, who cares deeply about His creation, and who is not locked into a fixed, predetermined script. He interacts with us in real-time, not as a distant observer but as an engaged, loving Father.
Rather than weakening God's sovereignty, this makes Him even greater—a God who is free, relational, and dynamic rather than a static force simply watching history unfold.
What do you think? Does Genesis 6 challenge the idea of a fully settled future? Let’s discuss! 👇
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