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Arminianism teaches that all humans are born morally and…

“Arminianism teaches that all humans are born morally and spiritual depraved, and helpless to do anything good or worthy in God’s sight without a special infusion of God’s grace to overcome the affects of original sin.” quote by Roger E. Olson
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““Arminianism teaches that all humans are born morally and spiritual depraved, and helpless to do anything good or worthy in God’s sight without a special infusion of God’s grace to overcome the affects of original sin.””

Roger E. Olson

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Arminianism holds that humans are inherently depraved and cannot do good without divine grace.

In simple terms: Humans need divine grace to do good.

Key Takeaway

Seek spiritual transformation.

Themes

theology human nature grace

Mood

contemplative serious

Type

theological philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • church teaching
  • ethical decisions
  • spiritual counseling

Key Concepts

soteriology original sin

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does grace influence moral behavior?
  • What role does free will play?
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