The Unrighteousness of All People (3:9-20)

A. Despite advantages, Jews like Greeks are under sin (9)

The final conclusion: “all (Jew and Gentile) are charged (proaitiaomai- to prove beyond a reasonable doubt from the evidence submitted) with sin against God”

B. Biblical proof (10-18)

The indictment from scripture…(Ps 14:1-3; 53:1-3) - Defines Total Depravity

No-one…(vss10, 11, 12, 18, 20)

not even one…(vss 10, 12)

All…(vs 12)

C. Application and conclusion (19-20)

1. The Law condemns all, especially to whom it was given (19)

2. Law cannot justify, but only reveal the knowledge of sin (20)