Using the divine decree as an excuse for sins

Question:
May Allah reward you. What is your opinion of the one who knows that the contract will be this, that it is Allah’s decree upon him? So if he says, “If Allah wills for him what is right, then what is your opinion of him?”

Answer:
This is a false statement, and I seek refuge in Allah. This is the statement of the Jabriyyah (determinists). They say, “I am compelled to commit sin, and I have no choice.” This is exactly the statement of the Jabriyyah. It is a false statement and an argument from Shaytan. One does not use the divine decree as an excuse for sins. Sins require repentance and turning away from them. One only uses the divine decree as an excuse for calamities. If a calamity befalls you, do not despair; say, “This is Allah’s decree and His destiny.” As for sins, it is not permissible to use the divine decree as an excuse for them. This is the statement of the Jabriyyah, may Allah curse them. Yes.