What does spiritual paralysis mean?

Spiritual paralysis is a metaphor describing the inability to respond to God due to the effects of sin. Just as physical paralysis prevents the body from functioning properly, spiritual paralysis restricts one’s ability to connect with God and respond to His calling. The sermon explained that prior to the new birth, individuals may experience guilt but lack a true understanding of their sin's severity. It is through Christ’s work that believers are awakened to their need for healing, underscoring the importance of divine intervention in restoring this connection.