Why Sin Is Problem?

1 John 3:4The Problem of Sin1

1 John 3:4 - KJVWhosoever committeth sin transgresseth also the law: for sin is the transgression of the law2The Problem of Sin

1 John 3:4 - NKJVWhoever commits sin also commits lawlessness, and sin is lawlessness3The Problem of Sin

1 John 3:4 - NASB954Everyone who practices sin also practices lawlessness; and sin is lawlessness

The Problem of SinSin DefinedGreek word - harmitia - a sin (properly abstract):--offence, sin(-ful) - Strong 266

From root word - harmartano - properly, to miss the mark (and so not share in the prize), i.e. (figuratively) to err, especially (morally) to sin:-for your faults, offend, sin, trespass - Strong 264

I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus - Philippians 3:171 Corinthians 9:24-272 Timothy 4:6-8

5The Problem of SinIntroductionSin is the worlds biggest problem!But we dont hear about it in the news thoughSin is the scourge of man all mankindIsaiah 59:1-9The attitude of most is that it Sin is no big dealWhy make a fuss about it?In this lesson we will discuss the following:Facts About SinThe Negative Impact of SinHow Sin is Rationalized & Trivialized

6The Problem of SinBible Facts About SinIt is Against God! the transgression of the law - 1 John 3:4It is lawlessnessIts Wages or Consequences is Spiritual Death Romans 6:23It is Universal in NatureRomans 3:23; 5:12James 1:152 Corinthians 5:14, 15The Blood of Christ is the Only RemedyHebrews 9:10-15; 10:1-10

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The Problem of SinSin Has A Negative Impact OnDeity or the GodheadIt grieves and provokes GodEphesians 4:30; Hebrews 3:10-17; Matthew 23:37; Luke 19:41A NationIt is a reproach - Proverbs 14:34; 11:11The Lords ChurchIt has a leavening affect - 1 Corinthians 5:1-13It is causes hindrances like the sin of Achan - Joshua 7The SinnerCauses Spiritual death - Romans 6:23; Rev. 21:8; Ezekiel 18:20Consequences come, even though one repentsDavid - 2 Samuel 12:10, 13-23

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The Problem of SinSin is Rationalized & Trivialized Because it is UniversalExcused by saying everybody sins or you are not perfectThis true - Romans 3:10, 23; 1 John 1:9, 10By Wrongly Categorizing & Comparing SinsBig Sins and Little SinsAn unwise standard - 2 Corinthians 10:12sin is a transgression of the Law - 1 John 3:4Divine category of sin - 1 John 5:16, 17a sin unto death - Not repented of & forgivena sin not unto death - Repented & forgiven

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The Problem of SinSin is Rationalized & Trivialized Failing to Repent From The HeartWithout godly sorrow - 2 Corinthians 7:7-10; Luke 15:19, 21Without bring fruits of repentance - Matthew 3:8; Acts 26:20Without restitution - Leviticus 6:2-5; 2 Samuel 12:6;Luke 19:8Expecting Forgiveness Without ConditionsForgiveness is conditionally receivedLuke 23:34; Acts 3:17-26Must be obedient to the GospelActs 2:38; 2 Thessalonians 1:7-9Erring brethren must repent and prayActs 8:22; James 5:1610

The Problem of SinConclusionFacts About Sin

It is Against GodIt has Eternal ConsequencesIt is UniversalThe Blood of Christ Only RemedyThe Deity or the GodheadA NationThe Lords ChurchThe SinnerBecause all Have SinnedBy Categorizing & Comparing SinsFailing to Repent From the HeartExpecting Forgiveness Without ConditionsMust Not Rationalize & Trivialize

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The Problem of Sin1 Timothy 1:15This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners; of whom I am chief12

The Problem of Sin