total depravity of man
We teach that man was created in the image and likeness of God, but that through Adam’s sin humanity fell, inherited a sinful nature, and became alienated from God; man is totally depraved and of himself unable to remedy his lost condition, destined to an eternity in Hell (Gen. 1:26, 27; Rm. 3:22, 23; 5:12; Eph. 2:1–3, 12).
Read Genesis 1:26-31 and 3:1-19. Since “God is spirit” (John 4:24), what does it mean to be made in the image and likeness of God?
What does Adam’s sin affect this image?
What is the continued result of Adam’s sin? (see Romans 5:12)
The New Testament word translated “sin” is the word, “harmaritia”, which means to “miss the mark”.
How does this definition help you understand Romans 3:20?
Read the following scriptures: Romans 7:18; Psalm 51:5, 58:3; and Isaiah 64:6.
How does sin affect humanity’s—
a. relationship with God?
b. physical surroundings?
c. relationship with others?
What is the hope offered in Romans 5:20 for someone consumed with his or her own sin? Read 1 Timothy 1:15. Spend some time thanking God for Jesus.
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