What does the Bible say about the two natures of believers?
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The Bible teaches that believers possess both a new nature and an old nature, leading to an ongoing struggle between the two.
The Bible, particularly in Romans 7 and 1 John 3, speaks to the reality of the believer's two natures. The new man, created in righteousness and holiness, coexists with the old man, characterized by sin. This duality leads to an internal struggle, as Paul expresses in Romans 7: 'to will is present with me, but how to perform that which is good, I find not.' Similarly, 1 John 3:9 asserts that 'whosoever is born of God doth not commit sin,' indicating that the new man cannot sin while the old nature remains corrupt. This struggle is intrinsic to the Christian experience and underscores the need for reliance on Christ for strength and victory over sin.
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