The Bible teaches that we are inherently evil and that sin originates from our hearts, not merely our actions.
Scripture clearly states that sin is a matter of the heart. For instance, in Matthew 12:34, Jesus refers to evil individuals, asserting that their words reflect their wicked nature. This aligns with David's declaration in Psalm 51:5 that he was conceived in sin. The notion that one can be a sinner by action but not by nature is refuted by biblical teaching, which emphasizes that our sinful nature means we are incapable of righteous deeds apart from God's transformation.
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