Noah’s ark and baptism are figures of salvation, illustrating death, burial, and resurrection. The Christian experience mirrors Noah’s, with a time of entering into Christ, a season of discovering depravity, and a period of sanctification. Ultimately, the believer finds rest, assurance, and a new world of righteousness, akin to Noah’s arrival on Ararat.

The text emphasizes the universality of human depravity, highlighting that every imagination and thought of man is evil from a young age. It draws from biblical passages, including Romans 3 and Psalm 51, to illustrate this point, noting that even the most righteous individuals, like David and Paul, grappled with their sinful nature. The text also references observations of primitive societies, suggesting that sin is a universal human condition, not limited to civilization.

The text argues that human nature is inherently sinful, evident in the behavior of all people, including children. It contends that while this depravity does not excuse sin, it provides a “loophole” for God’s mercy through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. The author suggests that humanity’s fall in Adam, rather than individual sins, allows for salvation through a representative Savior.

The text explores the doctrine of the depravity of man, emphasizing the need for a new nature and regeneration through the Holy Spirit. It highlights the impossibility of entering Heaven without a transformed heart and the necessity of relying solely on Christ for salvation. The text concludes by emphasizing the importance of faith in Christ as the mark of a new heart and the work of the Holy Spirit.

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