Topical Encyclopedia The concept of sin in the Bible is intricately connected to the Law, which serves to reveal the depth and gravity of human transgression. The Law, given by God through Moses, acts as a mirror reflecting the holiness of God and the sinfulness of man. It is through the Law that the exceeding sinfulness of sin is made manifest, highlighting humanity's need for divine grace and redemption.The Purpose of the Law The Law was given to the Israelites as a covenantal guide for living in accordance with God's will. It encompasses moral, ceremonial, and civil precepts, all of which underscore God's standards of righteousness. The Apostle Paul, in his epistle to the Romans, elucidates the role of the Law in revealing sin: "Therefore no one will be justified in His sight by works of the law. For the law merely brings awareness of sin" (Romans 3:20). The Law, therefore, is not a means of salvation but a tool to expose sin. The Law and Knowledge of Sin Paul further explains that the Law provides knowledge of sin, stating, "What then shall we say? Is the law sin? Certainly not! Indeed, I would not have been aware of sin if not for the law. For I would not have been aware of coveting if the law had not said, 'Do not covet'" (Romans 7:7). The Law defines sin and makes individuals conscious of their moral failures, thus demonstrating the exceeding sinfulness of sin. The Law and the Magnitude of Sin The Law not only identifies sin but also amplifies its seriousness. In Romans 7:13, Paul writes, "Did that which is good, then, become death to me? Certainly not! But in order that sin might be exposed as sin, it produced death in me through what was good, so that through the commandment sin might become utterly sinful" . The Law, being holy and good, reveals the true nature of sin as utterly sinful, emphasizing its destructive power and the spiritual death it brings. The Law and Human Inability The Law also highlights human inability to achieve righteousness through personal effort. In Galatians 3:10, Paul declares, "All who rely on works of the law are under a curse. For it is written: 'Cursed is everyone who does not continue to do everything written in the Book of the Law'" . The Law demands perfect obedience, which no human can fulfill, thus underscoring the pervasive nature of sin and the need for a Savior. The Law as a Tutor While the Law reveals sin, it also serves as a tutor leading to Christ. Galatians 3:24 states, "So the law became our guardian to lead us to Christ, that we might be justified by faith" . The Law's exposure of sinfulness points to the necessity of faith in Jesus Christ, who fulfills the Law and offers redemption from sin. Conclusion The Law, in its divine purpose, reveals the exceeding sinfulness of sin, making clear the chasm between God's holiness and human depravity. It serves as a constant reminder of the need for grace and the redemptive work of Jesus Christ, who alone can bridge the gap and offer salvation to a fallen world. Torrey's Topical Textbook Romans 7:13Was then that which is good made death to me? God forbid. But sin, that it might appear sin, working death in me by that which is good; that sin by the commandment might become exceeding sinful. Torrey's Topical Textbook Library "O Wretched Man that I Am!" The Heinous Sin of Profane Cursing and Swearing The Seventh Chapter of the Epistle to the Romans. Sin is Spiritual Slavery Practical Observations. The Original, Nature, Property, and Use of the Law "Now the End of the Commandment is Charity Out of a Pure Heart ... Letter xx. Self-Examination. Sanctification. Separation to God. Resources Questions about Sin (All) | GotQuestions.orgDoes the Bible teach mortal and venial sin? | GotQuestions.org How can I learn to hate my own 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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