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How do we know that man's will is not truly free according to the Bible?

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The Bible states that man is born dead in trespasses and sins, which indicates a will bound by sin rather than free.

In the context of sovereign grace theology, it is taught that man is born dead in trespasses and sins (Ephesians 2:1). This spiritual death impacts the human will, making it unable to choose the good or to come to God without divine intervention. The idea of a 'free will' that is unbound is a misunderstanding of man's true condition. The Scriptures affirm that apart from the grace of God, humanity is enslaved to sin and unable to seek God (Romans 3:10-12). Thus, any semblance of will must be understood as being influenced and freed by God's sovereign grace.
Scripture References: Ephesians 2:1, Romans 3:10-12

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