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What is total depravity and why is it important?

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Total depravity means that every aspect of humanity is affected by sin, making salvation through Christ essential (Romans 3:23).

Total depravity is a foundational doctrine in Reformed theology that asserts that every person is born into sin and has no ability to seek God or attain righteousness by their own power, as expressed in Romans 3:23. This understanding reveals the depth of humanity's fallen state and the absolute necessity of divine intervention for salvation. Recognizing our total depravity leads to an acknowledgment of our dependence on God's sovereign grace and the sufficiency of Christ's atonement. It underscores the message that salvation is entirely a work of God, enabling believers to understand their need for grace and the glory of the cross.
Scripture References: Romans 3:23, Ephesians 2:1

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