[NYer]

Maybe it’s just pre-destined for them to become clergy?

God imbued man with free will. If the invitation is served, it is up to the recipient to accept or refuse.

[Mad Dawg]

I guess I was saying that even if we're wrong about that, and the predestination gang is right, prayers seem to be something God wants and even something He uses in working His will.

And besides, bottom line, prayer is a means which God seems to use to bring us into accord with His will.

[stuartcr]

I believe that God knows what we are going to do.