Total depravity means that every aspect of humanity is affected by sin, rendering us unable to choose God without divine intervention.
Total depravity is a doctrinal principle that articulates the extent of sin’s impact on humanity. It posits that every aspect of human existence—intellect, will, emotions—is influenced by sin, making us incapable of seeking God or achieving righteousness on our own. Romans 3:10-12 states, 'There is none righteous, no, not one; there is none that understandeth; there is none that seeketh after God.' This condition necessitates God's sovereign grace to awaken faith in our hearts. Without divine intervention, we remain spiritually dead and incapable of responding to God’s call. The truth of total depravity underscores the beauty of God’s grace, as it reveals our need for a Savior who can work powerfully in spite of our fallen nature.
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