What does the Bible say about human nature and sin?
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The Bible teaches that every person carries the seed of all sins in their nature, which can lead to acts of wickedness without God's grace.
The Bible reveals that human nature is inherently sinful and capable of great evil. In 1 Corinthians 15:10, the Apostle Paul acknowledges that it is by the grace of God that he is what he is, highlighting the crucial role of divine grace in restraining our sinful tendencies. The sermon emphasizes that while we may not manifest the same level of sinfulness as others, it is not due to any goodness in ourselves but rather God's restraining grace. This reflects the Reformed understanding of total depravity, where the nature of man is corrupt and in need of grace to prevent the full expression of sin.
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