By Luther W. Martin This study is designed to answer the question that serves as its title! However, several definitions are in order, and will help in preventing misunderstanding and confusion. (1) Original sin: Refers to the transgression of Adam and Eve, our first parents, in the Garden of Eden, at the behest of Satan. God …
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Can Sin Be Inherited?
By Cecil Willis Introduction: Hereditary total depravity is the foundation-stone of all forms of Calvinism. From this premise, the whole Calvinistic theological system is fabricated. The classic statement of this doctrine is found in the Confession of Faith of the ultra-Calvinistic Presbyterian Church: By this sin (eating of the forbidden fruit) they (our first parents) fell …
The Nature Of Man
By Jack L. Holt The eternal God had man in His mind before “the mountains were brought forth,” or “ever the earth was formed.” A. Campbell observed, “That which was first in contemplation was last in execution.” God formed the earth as a habitation for man (Isa. 45:18). On the sixth day of creation God created …
Depravity And The Indwelling Spirit
By Robert F. Turner Does man need a personal indwelling of the Holy Spirit; (1) to overcome his inherited sinful nature; (2) in order to (a) understand the Scripture, (b) be converted, and (c) to live a sanctified life? I am especially thankful that this special issue is planned, for our generation is not well schooled …