What is the cause of sin?
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What is the cause of sin?
Therefore, sin does not have a cause. But contrary to this: Everything that comes to exist has a cause, since, as Job 5:6 says, “Nothing on earth occurs without a cause.” But sin occurs, since sin is “a word or deed or thought that is contrary to God’s law.” Therefore, sin has a cause.
What will you do to avoid sin?
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- Always have faith and be persistent in loving and forgiving people.
- When you fail and give in to temptation, be sure to pray.
- Pray before making your decision.
- Say a prayer.
- You can do all things through Christ who strengthens you.
- Let your thoughts be of God.
Why does my sin hurt other people?
Unhealthy conditions such as sleeplessness and depression may manifest themselves, starting a chain reaction of damaging effects. Even if a person’s sin remains undiscovered for a time, its impact on other areas of life will always have a negative bearing on others.
What causes us to sin?
Understanding exactly what causes us to sin is very important because then we will understand better how to overcome it. The basic root of sinful desire in us is sin in our heart. Sin causes lust and lust causes sin. Sin causes spiritual death and spiritual death causes sin.
Why is it bad to sin?
Why is sin so bad? It leads to a short, painful, temporary life compared to the eternal life God wants to give each of us. He will not give eternal life to anyone who refuses to put the brakes on his or her selfish desires and foolish impulses. Only those who repent of such foolishness and begin building the self-control-the self-discipline
Why is sin so bad?
Sin is like a trap; lawlessness is a snare. It may look harmless until the consequences begin to appear. Then the sinner is trapped, ensnared by his own foolishness. Not only does sin harm others, but it destroys the sinner’s character and often endangers his life .