The Bible teaches that human nature is universally depraved and incapable of producing good without divine intervention.
Scripture consistently affirms the fallen state of humanity, suggesting that all are affected by sin and that the heart is inherently corrupt. This aligns with Romans 3:10-12, which states, 'None is righteous, no, not one; no one understands; no one seeks for God.' The analogy of the garden suggests that even when a person may appear spiritually better than others, our core nature remains the same—fallen and in need of redemption. Thus, it is the work of God, the Heavenly Gardener, who transforms our hearts and cultivates a garden where weeds would otherwise flourish.
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