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What does Ephesians 2:1-3 say about human nature?

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Ephesians 2:1-3 describes humanity as being dead in trespasses and sins, emphasizing our need for God's grace.

In Ephesians 2:1-3, the Apostle Paul provides a sobering description of humanity's fallen condition, stating that we were dead in our trespasses and sins, influenced by the world and the devil. This portrayal highlights the severity of sin and our natural state as children of wrath. It serves to illustrate the necessity of divine grace for salvation, as we are incapable of saving ourselves. The Reformed tradition emphasizes this fallen nature, which calls for a sovereign act of grace to give life to those who are spiritually dead, confirming the belief that salvation is entirely God's work.
Scripture References: Ephesians 2:1-3

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