Topical Encyclopedia Sin, in the biblical context, is any action, thought, or attitude that falls short of God's perfect standard of holiness and righteousness. It is a transgression against the divine law and a rebellion against God's authority. The Bible consistently calls believers to depart from sin, emphasizing the necessity of repentance and the pursuit of holiness.Nature of Sin Sin entered the world through the disobedience of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden (Genesis 3). This original sin brought about a fallen state for all humanity, as described in Romans 5:12: "Therefore, just as sin entered the world through one man, and death through sin, so also death was passed on to all men, because all sinned." The Call to Depart from Sin The Scriptures are replete with exhortations for believers to turn away from sin. In the Old Testament, the prophets frequently called the people of Israel to repentance. Isaiah 1:16-17 urges, "Wash and cleanse yourselves. Remove your evil deeds from My sight. Stop doing evil. Learn to do right; seek justice and correct the oppressor. Defend the fatherless and plead the case of the widow." In the New Testament, the call to depart from sin is central to the message of Jesus Christ and the apostles. Jesus began His ministry with a call to repentance, as seen in Matthew 4:17 : "From that time on Jesus began to preach, 'Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near.'" The Role of Repentance Repentance is a fundamental aspect of departing from sin. It involves a sincere turning away from sin and a turning toward God. Acts 3:19 states, "Repent, then, and turn back, so that your sins may be wiped away." Empowerment to Overcome Sin Believers are not left to their own devices in the struggle against sin. The Holy Spirit empowers Christians to live righteously. Romans 8:13-14 declares, "For if you live according to the flesh, you will die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live. For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God." The Example of Christ Jesus Christ serves as the ultimate example of a sinless life. Hebrews 4:15 affirms, "For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who was tempted in every way that we are, yet was without sin." Believers are called to imitate Christ's holiness and to strive for a life free from sin. The Consequences of Sin The Bible warns of the severe consequences of sin, both in this life and the next. Romans 6:23 states, "For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." This underscores the urgency of departing from sin and embracing the salvation offered through Jesus Christ. Encouragement to Live Righteously The apostle Paul encourages believers to live in a manner worthy of their calling. Ephesians 4:22-24 instructs, "You were taught with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; to be renewed in the spirit of your minds; and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness." Conclusion The biblical mandate to depart from sin is clear and compelling. Through repentance, the empowerment of the Holy Spirit, and the example of Christ, believers are called to pursue a life of holiness, turning away from sin and toward the righteousness that God desires. Torrey's Topical Textbook Psalm 34:14Depart from evil, and do good; seek peace, and pursue it. Torrey's Topical Textbook 2 Timothy 2:19 Library On the Effects of the Sin of Our First Parents Elucidations. The Ninth Chapter: we Should Offer Ourselves and all that we have ... A Mediator was Necessary to Reconcile us to God; and Unless this ... The Scheme of Necessity Makes God the Author of Sin. And Jesus Departed Thence, and came to the Side of the Sea of ... Various Objections in Favour of the Common Interpretation Answered Confession of Sin --A Sermon with Seven Texts Error, Though not Always a Sin, is Always an Evil. Epistle Liv. To Cornelius, Concerning Fortunatus and Felicissimus ... Resources What is the definition of sin? | GotQuestions.orgThe Study of Sin ' Article Index | GotQuestions.org If Jesus paid the price for our sin, why do we still suffer the consequences of our sin? | GotQuestions.org Sin: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Sin in Believers is a Reproach to the Lord Sin is the Transgression of the Law Sin Money: General Scriptures Concerning Sin: Aggravated by Neglecting Advantages Sin: All Men are Conceived and Born In Sin: All the Imaginations of the Unrenewed Heart Are Sin: Blessings Withheld on Account of Sin: Christ Was Manifested to Take Away Sin: Christ's Blood Cleanses From Sin: Christ's Blood Redeems From Sin: Confusion of Face Belongs to Those Guilty of Sin: Consequences of, Entailed Upon Children Sin: Desert of, a Wilderness Between Elim and Sinai: Counted In Sin: Desert of, a Wilderness Between Elim and Sinai: Manna and Quail Given In Sin: Desert of, a Wilderness Between Elim and Sinai: The Complaint for Bread In Sin: Desert of, a Wilderness Between Elim and Sinai: The People of Israel Journey Through Sin: Entered Into the World by Adam Sin: God Has Opened a Fountain For Sin: God is Provoked to Anger By Sin: God is Provoked to Jealousy By Sin: If we Say That we Have No, we Make God a Liar Sin: Ministers should Warn the Wicked to Forsake Sin: No Escape from the Consequences of Sin: No Man Can Cleanse Himself From Sin: Not Counted Against Righteous People Sin: Omission of What we Know to be Good Is Sin: Paul's Discussion of the Responsibility For Sin: Repugnant to Righteous People Sin: Saints: Abhor Themselves on Account of Sin: Saints: Ashamed of Having Committed Sin: Saints: Have Yet the Remains of, in Them Sin: Saints: Profess to Have Ceased From Sin: Scripture Concludes all Under Sin: Shall Find out the Wicked Sin: should be Avoided Even in Appearance Sin: should be Guarded Against Sin: should be Striven Against Sin: should be Wholly Destroyed Sin: Sometimes Open and Manifest Sin: Specially Strive Against Besetting Sin: The Abominable Thing That God Hates Sin: The Fear of God Restrains Sin: The Ground Was Cursed on Account of Sin: The Holy Spirit Convinces of Sin: The Law by Its Strictness Stirs Up Sin: The Law is the Strength of Sin: The Law is Transgressed by Every Sin: The Law: Curses Those Guilty of Sin: The Law: Gives Knowledge of Sin: The Law: Made to Restrain Sin: The Law: Shows Exceeding Sinfulness of Sin: The Thought of Foolishness Is Sin: The Wicked: Cannot Cease From Sin: The Wicked: Defy God in Committing Sin: The Wicked: Delight in Those Who Commit Sin: The Wicked: Encourage Themselves In Sin: The Wicked: Encouraged In, by Prosperity Sin: The Wicked: Expect Impunity In Sin: The Wicked: Guilty of, in Everything They Do Sin: The Wicked: Led by Despair to Continue In Sin: The Wicked: Make a Mock At Sin: The Wicked: Plead Necessity For Sin: The Wicked: Shall Bear the Shame of Sin: The Wicked: Tempt Others To Sin: The Wicked: Throw the Blame of, on God Sin: The Wicked: Throw the Blame of, on Others Sin: The Wicked: Try to Conceal, from God Sin: The Word of God Keeps From Sin: Toil and Sorrow Originated In Sin: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To, Defining and Illustrating Sin: we should Pray to God: To Cleanse Us From Sin: we should Pray to God: To Deliver Us From Sin: we should Pray to God: To Forgive Our Sin: we should Pray to God: To Keep Us From Sin: we should Pray to God: To Make Us Know Our Sin: we should Pray to God: To Search For, in Our Hearts Sin: Whatever is not of Faith Is Sin: when Finished Brings Forth Death Related Terms Sin-offering (115 Occurrences) |
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