How do we know that believers experience indwelling sin?
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Romans 7 provides clear evidence that even believers grapple with indwelling sin, as Paul discusses his ongoing struggle.
The Apostle Paul uses Romans 7 to articulate the undeniable presence of indwelling sin in the life of a believer. In verses 21-25, Paul expresses that even as a regenerate man, he continuously encounters the law of sin operating within his members. This conflict demonstrates that the act of believing does not eliminate sin's presence but rather creates a new awareness of it. The Holy Spirit works within believers to reveal their sinfulness, replacing a life of ignorance with a life of battle against sin. This passage serves to affirm that indwelling sin remains a part of the Christian experience until glorification, urging believers to rely on Christ's strength to navigate their daily struggles.
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