Total depravity is affirmed in Scripture, which teaches that all humans are dead in sin and unable to love God without divine intervention (Ephesians 2:1).
Total depravity is a core tenet of Reformed theology, indicating that every aspect of humanity is affected by sin. As stated in Ephesians 2:1, 'And you hath he quickened, who were dead in trespasses and sins,' illustrating that without divine grace, individuals are spiritually dead. This doctrine underscores that humans, by nature, are not capable of loving God or seeking Him without first being made alive by the Holy Spirit. The Scriptures confirm that only a heart transformed by God can authentically respond to His love and grace, further emphasizing the necessity of divine intervention for salvation.
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