What does the Bible say about being holy and sinful?
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The Bible teaches that every believer is simultaneously holy and sinful, possessing a holy nature that cannot sin and a sinful nature that is inherently depraved.
The scripture indicates that all believers, as God’s elect, can be described as both holy and sinful at the same time. Holiness refers to a state without any potential to sin, as seen in 1 John 3:9, which states that 'Whosoever is born of God doth not commit sin.' This highlights the divine nature given to believers through the new birth, which is characterized by an ability to not sin. In contrast, believers still grapple with their sinful nature, which is a remnant of their corrupt human condition. This duality is essential to understand the complexities of the Christian life and the ongoing struggle between the sinful and holy natures within every believer.
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