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What does it mean that we are born in sin?

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Being born in sin means that all humanity inherits a sinful nature from Adam, which leads to guilt before God.

The concept of being born in sin is rooted in the biblical understanding that Adam’s disobedience imputed sin to all his descendants. Psalm 51:5 states, 'Surely I was sinful at birth, sinful from the time my mother conceived me.' This suggests that every human being is born with a nature that is opposed to God, incapable of seeking Him or achieving righteousness on their own. Thus, the doctrine of total depravity underscores the necessity of divine grace and the work of the Holy Spirit for anyone to come to faith.
Scripture References: Psalm 51:5, Romans 3:10-12

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