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What does total depravity mean for humanity?

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Total depravity means humanity is incapable of saving itself and is entirely dependent on God's grace for salvation.

Total depravity describes the spiritual condition of humanity, indicating that every person is born in sin, which affects their ability to respond to God. This doctrine teaches that no one can do good apart from God’s intervention. As stated in Romans 3:10, "There is none righteous, no, not one," reinforcing the idea that all are in need of redemption. This understanding stresses that humanity, in its natural state, cannot achieve righteousness or earn favor with God. The only hope for salvation comes through Jesus Christ, whose righteousness is credited to the believer. The sermon points out that understanding total depravity is essential for grasping the beauty of God's grace, as it shows how desperately we need God to extend His mercy and grace toward us.
Scripture References: Romans 3:10, Ephesians 2:1

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God's Amazing Grace
Wayne Boyd · Feb 24, 2019
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