The Bad News: Sin

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The 5th point on our statement of faith says this:

Mankind was created in the image of God, sinned, and thereby incurred not only physical death, but spiritual death, which is separation from God; as such, human beings are born with a sinful nature. (Genesis 1:26-28; Genesis 3:1-24; Genesis 9:6; Romans 5:12; James 3:9)

See this excellent video on the meaning and nature of sin:

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The gospel is this: We are more sinful and flawed in ourselves than we ever dared believe, yet at the very same time we are more loved and accepted in Jesus Christ than we ever dared hope. - Timothy Keller

Questions for personal reflection or group discussion:

  • Did hearing the sermon or watching the video above change the way you understand sin at all? How?

  • In what ways have you experienced the power of sin?

  • Do you agree with Tim Keller’s statement that you are more sinful and flawed in yourself than you ever dared believe? Why or why not?

  • How does your sin help you appreciate the good news of what Jesus has done for you?