Does Love Require Free Will? — John C. Peckham

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Does Love Require Free Will?

Does Love Require Free Will?

Preacher: John C. Peckham
Tradition: Christian (Unspecified)
Published: Feb 26, 2026
Length: 7:32

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Can love be forced? Addressing whether love requires free will and, thus, whether God can determine that creatures love him and others, this video includes a biblical response and brief, five point argument on the issue. Theodicy of Love – Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/Theodicy-Love-John-C-Peckham/dp/1540960269 Love of God -- Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/Love-God-Canonical-Model/dp/0830840796/

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Love & Compassion
Overcoming Obstacles

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