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How does total depravity affect our ability to come to Christ?

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Total depravity teaches that without God's intervention, humanity lacks the desire and ability to choose salvation on its own.

Total depravity, a cornerstone of Reformed theology, asserts that every aspect of humanity is affected by sin, rendering individuals incapable of saving themselves. According to John 6:44, no one can come to Christ unless the Father draws them. This divine drawing is an act of grace where the Holy Spirit brings conviction of sin and reveals Christ as the Savior. Without this grace, people remain spiritually blind and dead in their transgressions. Therefore, the doctrine emphasizes the necessity of God's initiative in salvation, as only He can regenerate the heart and enable a person to respond to the gospel with faith.
Scripture References: John 6:44, Ephesians 2:1-5, Romans 3:10-12

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