The doctrine of total depravity, which states that sin affects every part of a person, is evidenced by the pervasive rebellion against God illustrated in scripture, particularly in the actions of figures like Absalom.
Total depravity is a foundational doctrine in Reformed theology that claims every aspect of humanity is corrupted by sin. This concept is illustrated vividly through the actions and motivations of Absalom during his rebellion against King David. His prideful heart, as described in the sermon, showcases the tendency for humankind to rebel against God, asserting self-interest above God's divine order. The scriptures support this doctrine, as seen in passages that reveal our innately sinful nature and the necessity for divine grace to bring regeneration and change. Furthermore, Romans 3:10-12 affirms that 'none is righteous, no, not one; no one understands; no one seeks for God,' reinforcing the comprehensive nature of human depravity.
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Romans 3:10-12, 2 Samuel 15:1-6, Ephesians 2:1-3, Romans 3:23, Romans 8:7-8, 1 Corinthians 2:14, Ephesians 2:1-5, Romans 3, Isaiah 59, Psalm 51:5, Romans 3:10-18, 1 John 1:8, Psalm 53, Ephesians 2:1, Romans 7:14-21, Jeremiah 17:9, Ecclesiastes 7:29, Judges 3:12-14, John 6:44, John 5:1-16, Genesis 3, Acts 28:25-27, Genesis 6:5, Romans 5:12, Romans 3:10, 1 Corinthians 10:12, Genesis 3:17-19, Matthew 13:19-22, Ezekiel 16:1-14, Mark 8:22-25, John 3:19-20, John 3:3, Ephesians 2:8-9, Isaiah 1:6, Colossians 2:13, Acts 3, Romans 7:9-11, Ezra 9:6, Psalm 14:1-3, Isaiah 1:5-6, Romans 7:14-25, Psalm 14:2-3, Proverbs 14:12, Luke 15:8-10, Romans 3:9-20, Romans 3:10-20; Jeremiah 17:9, Romans 7:18, Titus 3:5, Luke 24:45, Psalm 51, Luke 5:31-32, Romans 1:21, John 15:25, Galatians 1:6-7, Isaiah 53:6, 1 Corinthians 15:22, Isaiah 64:6, Romans 5:12-14, Genesis 5:21-24, Romans 5:19, John 1:13, Ephesians 2:12, Acts 16:19-34, Judges 13, I Corinthians 2:14, 2 Corinthians 3:5, Acts 16:14, Ephesians 2:2, Luke 19:14, John 8:43-44, Luke 18:19, Ephesians 2:3, Romans 3:9-23, Isaiah 40:6, Romans 1:30, John 6:70-71, Romans 3:9-12, Jeremiah 12:3, Jeremiah 17:9-10, Matthew 23:27
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