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How do we know that man is totally depraved?

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The concept of total depravity is rooted in Scripture, particularly in Romans 5:12, which teaches that sin entered through one man, Adam.

The doctrine of total depravity asserts that every aspect of humanity is affected by sin due to Adam's fall, as outlined in Romans 5:12. This means that all humans, by nature, are unable to achieve righteousness or even desire it on their own. The term highlights not only the guilt inherited from Adam but also that every action taken by a natural man is influenced by a sinful nature. It's crucial to understand that, outside of divine intervention, no one can come to Christ or choose good over evil. This doctrine serves to magnify our need for Christ as the only source of righteousness and salvation, as indicated in Romans 5:17 where it speaks of the abundance of grace and the gift of righteousness provided through Jesus Christ.
Scripture References: Romans 5:12, Romans 5:17, Ephesians 2:1, Romans 3:10-12, Genesis 6:5, Jeremiah 17:9, John 6:44, Romans 3:23, Romans 3:10-11, Genesis 3:8-10

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