Gospel Journey

Sin Brings Death

Welcome to the GOSPEL JOURNEY. This week we'll be working through the sentence: Our sin separates us from God. These posts are to help you engage with the central message of the Bible. Comment. Question. Agree. Disagree. Either way, let us know what you think.

James 1:14-15 says that sin brings about death. Romans 6:23 says it is our wage for sin. It’s what we earn. Sin has consequences for eternity. You violate a infinite God, you must pay an infinite penalty (eternal). If that seems difficult to believe, take a look at Psalm 38:1-12 and answer these questions:

1. Why would God be angry?
2. What does David say caused his suffering?
3. How guilty does David see himself?
4. What consequences has David faced for his sin?
5. How are David’s relationships affected because of his sin?

Since sin is a violation of the perfect God, there must be a penalty for that violation. Any suffering we face on earth should only remind us that we have violated God and deserve His anger. It should motivate us to consider that our suffering now is just a reminder that if our sin is left alone, we will face eternal punishment.

Adam and Eve were told they would die the moment they ate of the fruit, and they did. They may not have keeled over the second they ate it, but they were separated from a pure relationship with God, and they began to suffer. That suffering serves as a reminder of what waits for unforgiven sin.

posted by jason @ 5:26 AM