The Bible teaches that man, in his natural state, has a heart that is not right before God and is inherently sinful.
Scripture clearly depicts the fallen state of man, asserting that all have a heart not right in the sight of God. Passages such as Job 15:14-16 indicate that humanity is born in sin, while Psalm 51:5 highlights that even in our conception, we are shaped by iniquity. Jesus himself affirms this reality in Matthew 15:19, showing that evil thoughts and actions arise from the human heart. Therefore, it is evident that apart from divine intervention, no man can claim righteousness before God, as we are all inherently flawed and in need of His grace.
Scripture References:
Job 15:14-16, Psalm 51:5, Matthew 15:19, Ephesians 2:1
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