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Redefining Sin

Redefining Sin. Introduction. 1 Tim. 4:1-3 Sin has become an outdated word in our society today. Introduction. Sin is described by several words in the Bible Transgression – rebellion Iniquity – twisted or crooked conduct-refers to one who does not walk a straight course. Introduction.

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Redefining Sin

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  1. Redefining Sin

  2. Introduction • 1 Tim. 4:1-3 • Sin has become an outdated word in our society today

  3. Introduction • Sin is described by several words in the Bible • Transgression – rebellion • Iniquity – twisted or crooked conduct-refers to one who does not walk a straight course

  4. Introduction • Sin –To err or miss the mark – we come short of God’s purpose for us • We can sin by commission or omission

  5. Introduction • In our modern times men have found ways to redefine sin • Homosexuality – alternate lifestyle • Alcoholism – disease • Gambling – way to raise funds • Euthanasia or “mercy killing”– act of love • Abortion – a woman’s rights

  6. Introduction • “Lust is called love, hard core pornography is tagged as art, …car theft is joy riding, cursing and obscenity is emphatic speech.” W. Winkler • Some religions deny the existence of sin!

  7. The Delusion • Delusion = belief in something that is contrary to fact, resulting from deception • Today many believe there is no such thing as “right” or “wrong” • Judges 17:6

  8. The Delusion • Deception = 1.the act of deceiving; the state of being deceived. 2. something that deceives or is intended to deceive; • Jn. 8:44

  9. The Delusion • Many today want to say what is right or wrong should be left up to each individual • A man killed his wife who had Alzheimer’s –he was amazed when they convicted him of murder!

  10. The Delusion • What does the Bible say about sin? • 1 Jn. 1:8-10 • You can change “the name of poison to peppermint, but it doesn’t make it any less dangerous”

  11. The Delusion • 1. It seems right • Judges 17:6 • Men say each person must decide what is right for himself • Prov. 16:25 • Jer. 10:23

  12. The Delusion • 2. It’s not my fault • We now offer many, many excuses for the sins we commit • “I had a poor upbringing” • I was abused • We try to minimize sin • Gal. 6:7-8

  13. The Delusion • 3. I didn’t know any better • “He wasn’t raised to know better” • “He didn’t know it was wrong to steal” • Ignorance is no excuse!

  14. The Delusion • Acts 3:13-17, 19, • Acts 17:30 • Just because we are not aware of the law does not mean that we are not guilty of a violation of the law!

  15. The Delusion • 4. My conscience is clear • Some have no conscience-while others have not trained their conscience • Jn. 16:2 • Acts 23:1

  16. The Delusion • Many today have trained their conscience wrong • How many today believe it is ok for a man and woman to live together without being married? • How about sex change operations or abortion?

  17. The Delusion • “The delusions regarding sin are many, and have so affected some religions that even practicing homosexuals are occupying their pulpits.” Mark Aites

  18. What The Word Of God Says • Look at the following verses that discuss sin---note what the Bible says about homosexuality • Rom. 1:28-32 • 1 Cor. 6:9-10,11 • Gal. 5:19-21

  19. Conclusion • Sin is sin!! • When we sin we stand guilty before God • 1 Jn. 3:4 • Jn. 8:34 • Redefining sin will not change it nor does it allow us to commit sin

  20. Conclusion • Acts 17:30-31 • Lk. 13:3

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