To be spiritually dead is to be diabolically alive
R. C. SproulRead
The fundamental loss of a desire for God is the heart of original sin.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The desire for God is essential to humanity, and its absence is seen as the root of sin.
This quote by R. C. Sproul highlights the central tenet of Christian theology regarding original sin. It suggests that turning away from God, or losing the innate desire to seek and connect with the divine, is fundamentally what leads to sin and moral failing in humanity. In this view, the loss of this desire creates a separation from the spiritual and moral foundations that guide individuals towards a righteous and fulfilling life.
Themes
SinDesireGodHeartSpirituality
In practice
Example use cases
During a sermon about the nature of sin and redemption.
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