Many resist coming to Christ due to spiritual blindness, a natural love for sin, and an opposition to God's terms of salvation.
People resist coming to Christ for several reasons, primarily linked to their spiritual condition. The Bible describes these individuals as spiritually blind, highlighted in 2 Corinthians 4:3-4, which reveals that the god of this world has blinded their minds. Additionally, they are spiritually dead, as stated in Ephesians 2:1, rendering them completely unable to seek God on their own. Furthermore, individuals often cling to their sin, aligning with their desires rather than with God's holiness. This resistance stems from a deep-seated love for their way of life, and a refusal to submit to God's righteous standards. Until the Holy Spirit intervenes to open their eyes and hearts, they will remain in rebellion against the terms of repentance and faith that the Gospel presents.
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