Inexcusable
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The term "inexcusable" refers to the state of being without excuse or justification, particularly in the context of moral and spiritual accountability before God. This concept is rooted in the understanding that God's revelation, both through creation and His Word, leaves humanity without a valid defense for unbelief or disobedience.

Biblical Context

The Apostle Paul addresses the notion of being inexcusable in his epistle to the Romans. In Romans 1:20 , Paul writes, "For since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities, His eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly seen, being understood from His workmanship, so that men are without excuse." Here, Paul emphasizes that the evidence of God's existence and attributes is manifest in creation itself, rendering humanity without excuse for failing to acknowledge and honor Him.

Further, in Romans 2:1 , Paul states, "You therefore have no excuse, you who pass judgment on another. For on whatever grounds you judge the other, you are condemning yourself, because you who pass judgment do the same things." This passage highlights the inexcusable nature of hypocrisy and self-righteous judgment among individuals, as all are guilty of sin and fall short of God's standards.

Theological Implications

The concept of being inexcusable underscores the universal accountability of humanity before God. It affirms that God's revelation is sufficient for all to recognize His sovereignty and moral law. This accountability is not limited to those who have received the written law, as Paul argues that even Gentiles, who do not have the law, demonstrate the work of the law written on their hearts (Romans 2:14-15).

From a theological perspective, the inexcusable state of humanity necessitates the need for divine grace and redemption through Jesus Christ. The recognition of one's inexcusable condition before God is a crucial step toward repentance and faith in the Gospel.

Moral and Ethical Considerations

The idea of being inexcusable also carries significant moral and ethical implications. It calls individuals to a higher standard of integrity and humility, recognizing that all are subject to God's judgment. The awareness of one's own shortcomings should lead to a posture of grace and mercy toward others, rather than judgment and condemnation.

In practical terms, the acknowledgment of being inexcusable before God encourages believers to live lives of obedience, gratitude, and reverence, fully aware of the grace that has been extended to them through Christ. It serves as a reminder of the importance of aligning one's life with the teachings of Scripture and the example of Jesus.

Conclusion

The biblical concept of being inexcusable is a profound reminder of the accountability each person has before God. It challenges individuals to recognize the sufficiency of God's revelation and the need for a response of faith and obedience. Through the lens of Scripture, the inexcusable nature of humanity's condition points to the necessity of divine grace and the transformative power of the Gospel.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
(a.) Not justifiable; not admitting excuse; as, inexcusable folly.
Greek
379. anapologetos -- without excuse
... of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: anapologetos Phonetic Spelling: (an-ap-ol-
og'-ay-tos) Short Definition: indefensible, inexcusable Definition: without ...
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Library

Inexcusable Irreverence and Ingratitude
... Inexcusable Irreverence And Ingratitude. A Sermon (No.2257). Intended for Reading
on Lord's-Day, May 22nd, 1892,. Delivered by. CH SPURGEON,. ...
/.../spurgeons sermons volume 38 1892/inexcusable irreverence and ingratitude.htm

Polytheism Inexcusable.
... Book II. Chapter XLV."Polytheism Inexcusable. "For be sure of this, that
you shall not have us participators in this attempt; nor ...
/.../unknown/recognitions of clement /chapter xlv polytheism inexcusable.htm

On the Vocation of Sinners to Communion with Christ, and to a ...
... He has performed his part, when he has employed either one or more of these possible
means for saving.8. "That man should be rendered inexcusable," is neither ...
/.../arminius/the works of james arminius vol 2/on the vocation of sinners.htm

Letter Lxxxix. (AD 406. )
... 1. If, on behalf of error and inexcusable dissension, and falsehoods which have
been in every way possible disproved, men are so presumptuous as to persevere ...
/.../augustine/the confessions and letters of st/letter lxxxix a d 406.htm

He Proves the Existence of Free Will in Man from the Precepts ...
... of the world clearly seen"being understood by the things that are made"even His
eternal power and Godhead, so that they are inexcusable." [2955] In what ...
/.../augustine/anti-pelagian writings/chapter 2 ii he proves the.htm

Introduction
... be proved to them. Secondly, All such persons as I am speaking of, Scoffing
at religion, inexcusable. who profess themselves to ...
/.../clarke/a discourse concerning the being and attributes of god/introduction.htm

The Same Necessary and Eternal Different Relations
... contrary to reason, that is, contrary to the eternal rules of justice, equity,
righteousness, and truth: For, was it not for these inexcusable corruptions and ...
/.../i proposition i the same.htm

The Judgment Upon Zacharias
... of God have been neither few nor small, and when his good will towards us has been
pointedly expressed, does it not make doubt and questioning more inexcusable ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 62 1916/the judgment upon zacharias.htm

Where Sin Occurs God Cannot Wisely Prevent It.
... I purpose to examine this doctrine; to show that, nevertheless, sin is utterly
inexcusable as to the sinner; then answer some objections, and conclude with ...
/.../finney/sermons on gospel themes/xiii where sin occurs god.htm

Easter Tuesday
... Scriptures. But this lack of understanding is inexcusable. ... Ruler. Therefore,
they are inexcusable in their rejection of Christ. ...
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Thesaurus
Inexcusable (2 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (a.) Not justifiable; not admitting excuse; as, inexcusable
folly. Multi-Version Concordance Inexcusable (2 Occurrences). ...
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Wrath (503 Occurrences)
... the natural expression of the divine nature, which is absolute holiness, manifesting
itself against the willful, high-handed, deliberate, inexcusable sin and ...
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Anger (387 Occurrences)
... the natural expression of the divine nature, which is absolute holiness, manifesting
itself against the willful, high-handed, deliberate, inexcusable sin and ...
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Judgest (9 Occurrences)
... Romans 2:1 Therefore thou art inexcusable, O man, whosoever thou art that judgest:
for wherein thou judgest another, thou condemnest thyself; for thou that ...
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Wherein (208 Occurrences)
... Romans 2:1 Therefore thou art inexcusable, O man, whosoever thou art that judgest:
for wherein thou judgest another, thou condemnest thyself; for thou that ...
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World's (21 Occurrences)
... of him are perceived, being apprehended by the mind through the things that are
made, both his eternal power and divinity, so as to render them inexcusable. ...
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Inevitable (2 Occurrences)

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Inexhaustible (2 Occurrences)

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Doest (53 Occurrences)
... Romans 2:1 Therefore thou art inexcusable, O man, whosoever thou art that judgest:
for wherein thou judgest another, thou condemnest thyself; for thou that ...
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Plainly (25 Occurrences)
... from the creation of the world, by the things made being understood, are plainly
seen, both His eternal power and Godhead -- to their being inexcusable; (YLT). ...
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Resources
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