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What does the 'carnal man' mean in the Bible?

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The 'carnal man' refers to a person dominated by their sinful nature and unable to please God.

In biblical terms, the 'carnal man' is someone who is guided by their fleshly desires and the sinful nature inherent in every human since Adam's fall. Romans 8:7 states that the carnal mind is enmity against God and cannot submit to His law. This means that without the transformative work of the Holy Spirit, a person remains incapable of genuine obedience to God’s commands. The struggle depicted in Romans 7 illustrates this conflict vividly, showing how even those who desire to do good are often caught in the snare of sin due to their carnal nature. This underscores the importance of spiritual rebirth, as only through the Holy Spirit can one overcome their flesh and truly live according to God's will.
Scripture References: Romans 8:7, Romans 7:14-25

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