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What does the Bible say about the struggle against sin?

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The Bible teaches that the struggle against sin is intrinsic to the Christian life, as illustrated in Romans 7:21, where Paul acknowledges that 'when I would do good, evil is present with me.'

The Apostle Paul starkly depicts the internal conflict that every believer faces in Romans 7. He states that despite his desires to do good, he finds that evil is always nearby, illustrating the ongoing battle between the redeemed spirit and the indwelling sin that remains. This struggle is not isolated to Paul; rather, it becomes a universal experience for all Christians, indicative of the tension between the new nature given by God and the sinful flesh that still lingers. This reality emphasizes our need for God's grace and the work of Jesus Christ to overcome sin's persistent presence in our lives.
Scripture References: Romans 7:21, Romans 7:15-25, Galatians 5:17

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