" The Scriptures teach that, prior to conversion, a man cannot come to God because he loves evil, disdains righteousness, and fears that his evil deeds will be exposed.18 Similarly, fallen man will not seek out fellowship with a genuine disciple of Christ because he disdains the righteousness of his life and proclamation and dreads being exposed by them. "

― Paul David Washer , Gospel Assurance and Warnings (Recovering the Gospel)