What does the Bible say about the goodness of man?
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The Bible teaches that while God saw everything He created, including man, as very good, it also affirms that there is none who does good apart from Him.
The Bible indicates that God created man in His own image, and therefore, in that regard, man is considered good. Genesis 1:31 states, 'And God saw everything that he had made, and, behold, it was very good.' This reflects the intrinsic value and purpose assigned to mankind. However, the biblical narrative also teaches that after the Fall, humanity's natural state is one of sinfulness, as Romans 3:12 asserts, 'There is none that doeth good, no, not one.' Thus, while we can acknowledge the goodness inherent in God’s creation, we must recognize that true goodness is only found in a relationship with Christ, who is the ultimate standard of righteousness.
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