In making sense out of the Bible, none of it can be left out. Many try to do that, but they don't always know what to do with the parts that don't fit their theology. Theology has to fit scripture. This section of scripture needs to be seen in a totally balanced light. I refer to the three Cs as God being in charge, everyone having a chance, you having to make a choice. All three elements have to be in place. This means that there is a place for both sovereignty and free will. This passage shows how they fit.