The fall and original sin
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The fall and original sin
The doctrine of original sin describes humanity’s wounded condition and need for redemption. It distinguishes the first human disobedience from the condition inherited by later generations, which is not a personal act committed by each newborn. Human nature remains good but wounded. Sin is neither an unavoidable excuse for wrongdoing nor the final word about human destiny; grace opens the way to healing.
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How can people be both deeply good and deeply in need of healing?
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