@Erth - Yes that is basically what I'm getting at.

I really do appreciate all of your different views on this topic. However, this was not intended to be based upon religious perspectives, but rather (at least in my mind) what free will could possibly mean if the our lives have are predestined. Like Issac mentioned a more abstract idea of free will being nothing but an illusion portrayed by the human intellect. So yes, I did have a feeling that this topic would steer this way, especially since I mentioned my own religious beliefs, although it could not be avoided.
Once again I want to thank everyone for their input. I appreciate all your time, but I do not want this to become an all out religious war. It is for this reason that I am closing this thread. Thank you all!