What is sin?
Tag: Sin
The Sad State of Society
The passage urges readiness to preach and confront societal misconceptions about God in the UK, emphasizing a transformative relationship with God and referencing John Newton's conversion. It calls on the Church to embrace its evangelistic role and be prepared to share the hope and peace found in Christ.
Those who mourn shall be comforted
The verse "Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted" is often used in funeral services, but its true meaning refers to mourning over personal sinfulness. The believer finds comfort in knowing that Christ forgives sins and advocates for them. While sorrow for sin is necessary, there is also joy in forgiveness, and a promise of ultimate comfort from God.
Out of Darkness into Light
The Bible emphasizes that God is light, and in Him, there is no darkness at all. Jesus is described as the light of the world, offering eternal life. However, people often prefer darkness to conceal their wicked deeds. As Christians, we are urged to let our light shine by rejecting sin and demonstrating good works.
Be Angry and Sin Not
The Bible encourages righteous anger without sin. While we cannot display holy hatred toward sin, we can show righteous indignation. God corrects and disciplines out of love, and Christians should similarly point people to Christ out of love. Righteous anger is provoked by sin, and believers should stand for biblical truth in today's ungodly world.
Sin Breaks, But Christ Builds
The passage focuses on the detrimental impact of sin and the importance of seeking repentance and forgiveness. It emphasizes the need to maintain righteousness, support fellow believers, and learn from figures like King David who sought forgiveness for their transgressions. The message is clear: sin breaks us, but Christ builds us.
A Psalm of the unsaved sinner
The speaker rejects the guidance of the Lord, seeking fulfillment in material desires. This perspective leads to dissatisfaction and sin, culminating in a bleak outlook and fear of death. The absence of hope and divine presence suggests a self-inflicted eternal damnation.
Nathan A. Hughes 