Biblical Answer

Understanding Sin

In Christianity, the presence of sin is faced squarely once for all, and is dealt with by the grace of God. The fact of sin is not ignored or covered up. Rather, it is acknowledged and dealt with in a way that brings freedom and forgiveness to those who repent and trust in Jesus Christ. This understanding of sin is in contrast to the way it is often handled in contemporary society, where it is often ignored or downplayed.

Dealing with Sin

When dealing with sin, Christians must first acknowledge their own sinfulness and the need for forgiveness. This means recognizing that we, too, are sinners and that we have offended God. We must then turn to God in repentance and faith, trusting in Jesus Christ to forgive us and cleanse us from our sins. This is not a one-time event, but a ongoing process of mortification of sin, where we strive to put to death the sinful nature that still resides within us.

Consequences of Sin

The consequences of sin can linger on, even after sin has been forgiven and the sinner justified. This is seen in the life of David, who was told that his sin in committing adultery with Bathsheba and murdering Uriah had been put away, but the consequences of those actions still remained. However, God's grace and mercy can still be experienced even in the midst of sin's consequences. This is because God's ultimate purpose is to bring about His glory and our good, even in the midst of our sin. As Christians, we must recognize that sin is a reality that we must deal with, but we must also trust in God's sovereignty and goodness, even in the midst of its consequences.