Appointed to life? Judgment for sins?

What does “appointed to life” mean in Acts 14:38? Why are Gentiles mentioned in that passage and near every teaching in the New Testament on predestination? Why did somebody tell me, “actions speak louder than words”? Why do so many churches have elaborate (and expensive) programs for children? Will God judge believers for their sins?

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