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Romans 3:9 - Our Sin and God’s Love

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  • P. Niemeijer

This article on Romans 3:9 focuses on our sin, the sin of Adam as our sin (original sin), the wrath of God, and the gospel for sinners.

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Bothersome Sin

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  • Bas Luiten

This article is about sexual purity in dating, and how to view sin in your relationship.

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Sin in the New Testament

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  • C. Den Boer

“It is better to die a thousand deaths than to insult God even in the least.” The article discusses the radical character of sin, the universal power of sin, sin and law, the conquest of sin, and finally our lives in Christ.

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The Sin Behind Sin

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  • Bas Luiten

How deep does sin go? This article looks at the place that God should have in our lives. It also studies the relation between law and gospel, and Jesus Christ and the law.

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The origin of sin

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  • M. J. Arntzen

As this author discusses the origin of sin, he looks at the fall of the angels, the fall of man, and sin and the counsel of God.

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Five Things to Consider When Confronting a Friend

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  • Edward T. Welch

How do you confront your friend about sin they have committed? The article provides five thoughtful things you can consider when preparing to do so.

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How God Sees Me

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  • Lydia Brownback

Where do you find your identity? The gospel tells us that because of our union with Christ we are no longer defined by sin. We are called according to God’s purpose and given a secure future where we shall enjoy an endless fellowship with God.

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Ten Things You Should Know about Original Sin

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  • Sam Storms

This article points to ten things you should know about original sin.

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How Do I Know Sin?

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  • J. Hoek

How does God make us aware of our sin? This article explains that we come to know our sin through the law, which Christ holds up as a mirror before us. It also explains the relationship between law and gospel.

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Sin

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  • A. Fintelman

What distinguishes a Christian from a non-Christian? Among other things, it is their respective attitudes toward sin. This article explains that a believer has experienced deliverance from sin, and a non-believer still lives in sin. This shapes the outflow of their lives.

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Four Things to Remember After You Have Sinned

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  • Adriel Sanchez

Christians fall into sin too. What should you do when you have fallen into sin? Here are four things to remember.

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Genuine Sorrow...Wholehearted Joy: The Why, When, and How of Confession

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  • John Paarlberg

Conviction of sin is hardly possible in today's Western culture. We believe not in sin and forgiveness but in illness and recovery. Increasingly, the people who gather in churches for worship come expecting to have their self-esteem enhanced.

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Just Like Toddlers

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  • Paul David Tripp

This article explains three behaviours produced by sin that reveal we are like toddlers in many ways: rebellion, foolishness, and paralysis.

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This Side of Heaven On earth, every silver lining has a cloud

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  • Peter Barnes

Complete happiness remains elusive this side of heaven. Why? Sin has entered this life and it has changed everything.

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The Real Problem

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  • Doug Van Meter

Changing your external situations and relationships won’t change you. Why? This article explains that when it comes to sin and moral failure, the problem is within you, not outside you.

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Thank You, Lord

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  • Doug Van Meter

What is the most destructive sin you can think about? Ingratitude! This is the most destructive sin. This article explains why.

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The Idea of Sin in Twentieth-Century Theology

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  • Bruce A. Milne

One looks almost in vain for a major discussion of sin during the twentieth century. Does guilt before God still have meaning in the context of modern developments such as Marxism and psycho-analitical approaches to who man is? This essay attempts to examine the way that theology has sought to come to terms with the idea of sin during the twentieth century.

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Colossians 3:5-11 – Putting Sin to Death

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  • J. Ligon Duncan

Colossians 3:5-11 shows us how to put sin to death. Paul urges us to truly understand our sinfulness, and then to purposefully put away this sin.

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The Genesis of Sin

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  • Geoff Thomas

Where do temptation and testing come from? How do we keep away from temptation and sin? This article weighs in.

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The Development of Sin

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  • Steven R. Key

This article shows from the biblical account how sin develops. It also shows how God works in his sovereignty in relation to this development.

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Totally Depraved

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  • Steven R. Key

Adam’s fall brought with it death and pollution of sin. Because we stand in a relationship with him as representative head of all humanity, we inherit the results of the fall, among which is total depravity.

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Do You Really Preach Sin Properly?

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  • Andrew Kerr

Preaching on sin is not easy. How can you preach sin properly? This article offers fifteen things to consider when preaching about sin.

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The Evil of Sin

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  • Jared Olivetti

Why is sin evil? This article explains that it is a rejection of God's goodness and a misuse and mutation of his gifts.

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Our Death in Adam

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  • Steven R. Key

Adam’s legal headship means that his fall into sin according to Genesis 3 has impacted all people, in that in him all sinned. This article shows what this implies for man today.

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'Asham

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  • Leon Morris

This article deals with the way God addressed sin and guilt amongst his covenant people. Hebrew words like asham and related words are examined for a better understanding of the significance of atonement.

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Why Celebrate Christmas? Three Reasons to Rejoice in the Birth of Jesus

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  • Patrick D. Ramsey

The article provides three reasons to celebrate and rejoice at Christmas. These reasons involve the devil, sin, and the kingship of Jesus.

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A Discourse of Mortification

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  • Stephen Charnock

This article inquires on the nature of mortification. It therefore explores such terms as sin, spiritual warfare, dying to sin, and dying to this world.

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The Rationale of Hell

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  • John H. Gerstner

The idea of the infinite magnitude of sin in God's estimation is compared to the magnitude of sin in its punishment. In doing this the author of the article engages the views and sermons of Jonathan Edwards who used particularly the theme of hell in his evangelistic sermons.

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Patristic Views on Hell (Part 2)

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  • Graham Keith

This article focuses on the understanding of Augustine of hell. In his approach to the doctrine, he was concerned with the right perspective on the justice of God. The article also indicates how Augustine responded to attempts to tone down the nature or duration of hell. Next, the article gives an evaluation of Augustine's position and the role the demonic played in his views of sin and punishment.

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The Wrath of God

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  • W. J. Grier

The author refutes the theological claims of C. H. Dodd, who sees the concept of the wrath of God as having a diminished place in the Bible. The author finds that the wrath of God is an important part of the inspired Scriptures. Further, he finds this doctrine to be an essential aspect of the doctrine of God, of sin, of atonement, the love of God, of judgment, and of hell.

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Does 1 Corinthians 10:13 Imply Libertarian Freedom? A Reply to Paul A. Himes

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  • Steven B. Cowan

What is the nature of human freedom in light of man's natural tendency towards sin? This article responds to a previous article in the journal by Paul Himes who argued that 1 Corinthians 10:13 provides good evidence in favour of libertarianism, at least in situations in which Christians are tempted to sin. Cowan argues contrary to Himes that the text actually supports a compatibilist view of freedom.

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Run! Run Away!

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  • Tim Challies

Run! This is the command Christians must heed when they face sin and temptation. This is what God tells us in 1 Corinthians 6:18 and 1 Timothy 6:9-11. We are both to run away from spiritual danger and to run after spiritual good.

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Tough Topics – Could Jesus have Sinned

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  • Sam Storms

Jesus “knew no sin” (2 Corinthians 5:21). Chapter 4 reflects on the question whether Jesus could have sinned at all.

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The Utter Devastation of Sin

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  • Tim Challies

Sin is so evil that it leaves its lingering scent behind. Understanding the evilness of sin should encourage Christians to kill it. The article explains.

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Condone, Condemn, or Mourn?

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  • Tim Challies

What should be the proper response of Christians towards sin? Whether over personal sin or the sins of others, Christians are called to mourn over sin. This is a sign of humility.

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In Adam's Fall We Sinned All

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  • Al Baker

This article considers the pitfall of placing in preaching an emphasis on justification while neglecting the call to put sin to death and pursue personal holiness.

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Guilt and the Gospel

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  • John C. A. Ferguson

Guilt is the result of sin. This article explains that all are guilty due to original and actual sin. It also shows that it is only by the gospel that guilt can be dealt with.

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1 Corinthians 15:56 – Law, Sin, and Death: An Edenic Triad?

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  • Chris Alex Vlachos

For many exegetes 1 Corinthians 15:56 is puzzling. In this article, Vlachos wants to examine this text carefully and evaluate previous attempts to explain the presence of the triad of law, sin, and death in the letter. He suggests that the text should be interpreted as an epigram that referred to the garden of Eden.

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Whatever Happened to Sin

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  • Ian Coffey

The word "sin" does not form part of the vocabulary of our culture. This article shows that this poses a temptation to the church to also be silent about sin. It offers seven antidotes against such a temptation.

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Why Christians Are Upset about Their Sins Even Though They Are Forgiven?

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  • George I. Macaskill

The battle of sanctification is a battle known to every Christian. Have you asked why God did not completely remove sin from us? This article gives three reasons.

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Revolutions in Worldview – The Hebrew World-and-Life View

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  • John D. Currid

The goal of this volume is to present the worldview characteristic of different periods of Western thought. Chapter 2 explores the life and worldview of the Hebrew people of the Old Testament. The main aspect of this worldview is the belief that God revealed himself to his elect people.

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When You Are Planning to Sin Again

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  • Edward T. Welch

What should you do when sin is once again in your sight? Confess, only to then ignore your confession? This article discusses how to move beyond patterns of denial or complacency. To that end, it considers the respective roles of grace and law in our life.

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Proofs, Pride, and Incarnation: Is Natural Theology Theologically Taboo?

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  • Douglas Groothuis

The author shows in this essay that there is no theological reason to abandon natural theology. He believes that theistic arguments could be used profitably in Christian apologetics and evangelistic endeavors.

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Immanuel in Our Place – Paradise Gained and Lost: Sacred Space from the Beginning

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  • Tremper Longman

Chapter 1 gives an overview of theological motifs in Genesis 2 and Genesis 3: man as image of God, sacred space, the Garden of Eden, evil, and sin. A text to be noted in particular is Ezekiel 31:8. The chapter ends with questions for further reflection.

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Let the Reader Understand – Truth, Language, and Sin

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  • Dan G. McCartney, Charles Clayton

The volume is a study of hermeneutics. In Chapter 1 the foundation is laid for a proper understanding of the task of interpretation of Scripture by spelling out the presuppositions of responsible interpretation.

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Sin Offends God

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  • Jason P. Van Vliet

The Bible uses different words to describe sin, and this article mentions some of them. It looks at the meaning of inherited sin, actual sin, and total depravity. Then it shows how Pelagianism fails to reflect the true biblical teaching on sin.

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A Fight to the Death – Think About This

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  • Wayne A. Mack, Joshua Mack

Chapter 1 is a reflection upon the seriousness of sin.

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Killing Your Sin

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  • Brian G. Hedges

Aiming for a sanctified life is the goal of every Christian. This article gives ten ways of killing sin for the goal of sanctification.

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The Doctrine of Original Sin

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  • G. H. Kersten

This article explains the relationship between original sin and actual sin, pointing out that actual sin is the fruit of original sin. It also discusses God's punishment of sin.

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Adam's Fall and Mine

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  • R. C. Sproul

How can God be just by counting us guilty based on the fall into sin? This article looks at three theories that attempt to answer this question: the mythical view that treats that story of the fall as a myth, the realism view that claims that mankind actively sinned with Adam, and the federal view which shows that original sin does not refer to the first sin but to the result of that first sin because Adam acted as our representative.

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Presbyterian Doctrine of Total Depravity

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  • Thomas M. Gregory

A faulty doctrine of sin has serious consequences for the church and its teaching on salvation, but good theology must start with man as bad. This is where the Reformers and the Reformed confessions start—with total depravity. For them the doctrine of total depravity did not mean that man ceases to be man, but it meant that he ceases to be good. The article outlines all of this.

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John Wesley's Concept of Sin

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  • Leo G. Cox

John Wesley's doctrine of Christian perfection makes it necessary for him to make clear how he understands the doctrine of sin. He had a specific view of holiness. In this paper the author's intention is to clarify Wesley's concept of sin.

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Saved by Grace – Dead in Sin: Ephesians 2:1-3

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  • Richard D. Phillips

Chapter 1 is a reflection upon what sin is and the consequences thereof, expressed in Ephesians 2:1-3.

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What Happens after I Die – Death's Universal Reign

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  • Michael A. Rogers

Chapter 2 explores how sin came into the world and with that the universal presence and reign of death.

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Fallen – Sin's Contemporary Significance

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  • D. A. Carson

Chapter 1 distinguishes the doctrine of sin’s intrinsic and contemporary significance. A deeper understanding of the cross of Christ is possible by gaining a deeper grasp of the nature of sin.

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Seventeenth-Century Teaching on the Christian Life (1)

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  • J. I. Packer

The Roman and Reformed tradition produced two different traditions on the Christian life. This article looks at these two traditions through the eyes of Francis de Sales, Richard Baxter, and John Owen. Here focus is on their view of man and sin.

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Facing the Ugly

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  • Doug Van Meter

Sin has made life ugly. Judges 19-Judges 21 records such ugliness. This article suggests ways that Christians can face this ugliness of sin.

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Psalm 51: A Song of Brokenness

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  • Leo de Vos

Psalm 51 gives a description of spiritual brokenness. This article shows that this brokenness is a result of understanding the nature of sin. It also show true trust in Christ to clean all sin.

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Galatians 6:1-5 - Christ’s Burden-Bearers (2)

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  • Chris Connors

How can we best to relate to a brother who has fallen into sin? This article shows that the objective is to restore such a brother to Christ. Working from Galatians 6:1-5, the author here defines the type of believer who requires such a restoration; namely, one who is grieved by sin and desires repentance. This brother can be restored through love and humility, since we are all sinners. The goal is to restore this brother to the assurance of Christ love.

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Galatians 6:1-5 - Christ’s Burden-Bearers (1)

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  • Chris Connors

How can we best to relate to a brother who has fallen into sin? This article shows that the objective is to restore such a brother to Christ. Working from Galatians 6:1-5, the author here defines the type of believer who requires such a restoration; namely, one who is grieved by sin and desires repentance. This brother can be restored through love and humility, since we are all sinners. The goal is to restore this brother to the assurance of Christ love.

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Freedom Found in the Fishbowl

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  • Garry Eriks

Man is only free when he lives in obedience to God. Outside of this obedience is death. However, this is not what the devil wants you to believe. In this article the author shows the deception of sin, and how one becomes a slave to sin. The author encourages youth to learn the path of sin and to stay far from it, so that they can live their life in true freedom in Christ.

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The Creation and Fall of Man (4): Man Created Good, Yet Able to Sin

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  • James A. Laning

How was it possible that Adam was created good, and yet he sinned? This article answers this question by showing that although God created Adam good, Adam could sin and receive God's judgment of death. His life depended on obedience to God, while disobedience meant death.

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Fighting the Enemy Within

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  • Martin VanderWal

Every Christian has to face three enemies: the world, the devil, and sin within. This article focuses on the fight against the flesh, or the old man, within the heart of each Christian. The best way to stand against this enemy of self is by knowing him and how he works against you.

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Original Sin: A Difficult Doctrine

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  • P. Houtman

To confess that one has a sinful nature and is responsible for this inherited sin may be a hard thing to do. This article looks at the meaning of inherited sin and theories that attempt to explain its meaning.

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Original Sin in the Structure of our Being

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  • P. Houtman

This article describes how original sin is passed on since Adam through the generations. The author looks at some structural aspects and relationships that play a role in inheriting original sin, and the impact they have on everyone.

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Looking at Original Sin Together With Others

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  • P. Houtman

This article reviews the nature of original sin and the way in which it is transferred to us. The author also discusses how original sin impacts our view of ourselves and others.

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God and Our Original Sin

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  • P. Houtman

Looking at original sin from God's perspective, this article shows that sin did not occur outside of God's boundaries. He allowed it to happen for a reason.

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Confession from the Pulpit

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  • Ken Sande

This article emphasizes how important it is for Christians to openly recognize sin in their lives, confess it and seek forgiveness for sin.

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The Incarnate Hope for a World in Turmoil

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  • Alan D. Strange

This article seeks to answer the question: if God is sovereign and good, why does he allow sin and evil in this world? The author speaks about the judgment of God, as well as His mercy.

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The Cross (Part 1): The True Cause of Christ's Death

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  • David Campbell

This is the first article in a trilogy on the topic of Christ's death, based on the text of 1 Peter 3:18. Death came through sin, but Christ's death atoned for our sins. This truth has secured our salvation.

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The Lord's Prayer (Part 5): Forgiveness

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  • John W. Keddie

This is the fifth article in a seven part series on the Lord's Prayer. Praying for forgiveness (the fifth petition) is necessary because sin is directed against God. The author discusses the relationship between confession of sins and repentance, and points to God as the model for forgiveness.

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Psalm 51 - Un-Sin Me, Lord!

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  • John L. van Popta

This article on Psalm 51:7 is about the request that the Lord will cleanse our lives from sin.

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This Side of Heaven

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  • Peter Barnes

Looking at life in this fallen world, this article shows that sin has affected life in such a way that the desire for true fulfillment cannot be achieved in this world. In Christ we receive hope and glimpses of the world to come.

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Do You Love Me?

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  • Roger Fellows

If the greatest commandment is to love God, then the greatest sin is a failure to love God.

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Living in the Light of the Gospel

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  • Josh Hooker

The struggle with sin in the Christian life can lead one to despair. This article shows that by focusing on the reality of our sanctification - the fact that we have already been made and are daily being made holy, and look forward to the future perfection of our holiness - will result in active waiting. This will shed light at the end of the tunnel.

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Bondage of the Will

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  • Cornelis Pronk

This article is about the will of man, the sinfulness and total depravity of man, and the salvation of God.

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How Should We Then Defend?

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  • K. Scott Oliphint

Using homosexuality and abortion as examples, this article shows how sin works to the point that vices become embraced as the norm. The author of this article encourages Christians to use the unreasonableness of sin as a foundation for apologetics.

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Reflecting Sin: The Pedagogical Use of the Law

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  • David P. Murray

This article shows how God uses the law to expose our sin and lead us to Christ.

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The Still Small Voice

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  • Maurice Roberts

This article is about the gentleness of God in his contact and ways with people. This article also looks at sin, grace and the power of God.

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The Wisdom of Martyn Lloyd-Jones

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  • Dick Alderson

This article is a compilation of quotes from Martyn Lloyd Jones about doctrine, sin, sanctification, and prayer.

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The Gospel and Total Depravity

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  • Rick Phillips

This article looks at how the doctrine of sin and total depravity can be applied to both believers and unbelievers.

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A Low Sense of Self-Esteem

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  • Rex Dale

Does talking about sin give us low self-esteem? The author looks at the difference between low self-esteem and humility. 

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Where Have the Saints Gone?

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  • Maurice Roberts

This article is about recognizing our inherent sin, and striving for godliness. 

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A God-Centered Understanding of Sin

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  • Stephen Witmer

Challenging the modern trend of divorcing morality from God, this article shows that sin is primarily an attack on God. The author discusses this using the example of adultery and envy. The fact that God is the Creator causes sin to be against Him, and sin mars the character of God. The author highlights implications of this for pastoral care.

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Is Idolatry the New Sin?

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What is idolatry? This article calls for a biblical way of speaking about sin and idolatry.

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Soteriology Notes: The Doctrine of Sin (Part 2)

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  • Jack L. Arnold

In this article are notes on the doctrine of sin, highlighting the results of sin on unbelievers and the concept of total depravity. The discussion of free will and the bondage of the will forms part of these notes. The author also looks at how sin was viewed through history.

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Soteriology Notes: The Doctrine of Sin

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  • Jack L. Arnold

This article is on the doctrine of sin. The author describes the different views on the nature of man, the Fall, and the impact of the Fall on mankind.

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A Very Serious Subject

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  • Wybren H. Oord

Sin is not trivial. We cannot make excuses for our sin. Our sin is so serious that it led to the death of Jesus, the Son of God, on the cross.

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Bavinck on the Nature and Punishment of Sin Sin and Its Consequences

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  • Cornelis P. Venema

This article looks at Herman Bavinck's view of sin and its consequences, suffering, death and the dominion of Satan.

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Transforming Love

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  • Jerry Bridges

A deeply distressed father sat for two weeks in a pediatric ICU, watching his three-year-old son slowly die. During those two weeks he read through, quite surprisingly, a book on the Gospel. He later wrote to me, “I want to say to you the Gospel really is for real life.” This article is about sin and the forgiveness of sin.

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Is Hell Real?

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  • Rob A. Schouten

This article is about the judgments of God as warnings, the use of the word "Gehenna" in the Bible, the relation of sin and hell, and hell as everlasting punishment.

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Is Heaven Real?

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  • Rob A. Schouten

When was the last time that you prayed for the return of Jesus Christ? This article is about heaven as the place where Jesus Christ, our Saviour, is and where there will be no sin and suffering.

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Our Labour in the Lord

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  • Jakob Geertsema

This article looks at labour at creation, labour after the fall into sin, and the redemption of labour.

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Romans 7:25 – Faith's Battle

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  • Jack de Jong

This article on Romans 7:25 is about sin and our will, and the struggle against sin.

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Counsellors (f)or Christmas?

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  • Clarence Bouwman

This article is about counseling services and making use of worldly counselors in adversity. The author also discusses the type of help we need in difficult times and the relation of our well-being to sin.

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Hating Sin and the Sinner

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  • Jakob Geertsema

Should we love the sinner and hate the sin? What does God do in this regard? This article looks at the love of God and the hate of God, how God reacts to sin and to the sinner, and shows us how we should love and hate.

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Sorrow, Regret and Repentance

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  • Gary Fisher

This article is about sin and sincere sorrow and regret. Real repentance is also discussed.

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Christians, Holiness, and Popular Entertainment

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  • Charles M. Wingard

This article is about sin and holiness in entertainment.

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A Balanced Approach to Spiritual Warfare

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  • Jeff L. Doll

This article is about spiritual warfare, and also looks at topics like sin and Satan, the temptation of the sinful flesh, and this world and sin.

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