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What does Romans 3 teach about human nature?

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Romans 3 teaches that all human beings are guilty of sin and fall short of God's glory.

In Romans 3, Paul emphasizes that both Jews and Gentiles are without excuse before God because all have sinned and fall short of His glory (Romans 3:23). He systematically dismantles any notions of self-righteousness, affirming that the law reveals our sinfulness rather than our ability to achieve righteousness. Paul addresses various objections raised against God's judgments and grace, stressing that God's righteousness is upheld even as He offers mercy. This underscores the reality that salvation is not based on our inherent goodness but is a gracious gift from God towards those He has chosen.
Scripture References: Romans 3:5-9, Romans 3:23

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