And you also mention God "nudging" us. Well, any nudging on God's part is the equivalent of Him pre-programming us, even if just a little. Well, I'm glad He didn't do that because we wouldn't have 100% free will if He did. Btw, God is in a way "nudging" you right now towards the right direction. The fact that you are here almost everyday reading God's word's reflects that. You surely will stand without excuse.