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Why do we say that all men are totally depraved?

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All men are considered totally depraved because of the fall, affecting every aspect of human nature and ability to respond to God (Romans 3:23).

Total depravity suggests that every part of human existence is affected by sin—our intellect, will, emotions, and flesh. Romans 3:23 states, 'For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,' illustrating that no one possesses the ability to save themselves or choose good apart from God’s grace. This doctrine emphasizes the necessity of divine intervention for salvation, underscoring the belief that only through the power of the Holy Spirit and the preaching of the gospel can a sinner be regenerated and brought to faith in Christ. This understanding serves to magnify the grace of God as the sole source of redemption.
Scripture References: Romans 3:23

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