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Why do Christians believe in original sin?

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Christians believe in original sin because all humanity fell in Adam, affecting the nature of every person born thereafter (Romans 5:12).

Original sin is a foundational concept in Christian theology, asserting that humanity inherited a sinful nature due to the disobedience of Adam. Romans 5:12 states that through one man sin entered the world, and death through sin, thus spreading to all men because all have sinned. This doctrine explains the inherent sinfulness of every individual, necessitating the need for redemption through Christ. The impact of original sin reveals the desperate state of humanity, highlighting the necessity of Christ's redemptive work and the grace offered in the gospel.
Scripture References: Romans 5:12, Romans 5:12-19, Psalm 51:5

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