It, (hamartano), literally means, 'to miss the mark.' Think of it in this way. The Greek word translated 'sin' in the Bible is an interesting term. And it is only in knowing what God considers sinful that we can ensure we are pleasing to Him. Thequestion must be, 'What does the Bible say about sin?' It is only in asking this question that we can know what God considers sinful. But it is not important what man may think about such things. Abortion,Homosexuality, Racism, etc., you can always find someone who will deny such things are sinful. Others go so far as to think there is nothing sinful about lying, getting drunk, gambling, or cursing. Many do not believe that dressing immodestly is sin.

If you want to know what sin is, and what things are sinful, you must go to God to find out.NOT MAN. Since the Bible is the word of God, it is logical to go to it to find out about sin. It is what separates man from God, and from the possibility of ultimate happiness. Sin, put as simply as possible, is that which is unacceptable to God.

Is it not in your best interest to determine what He desires of you, what is acceptable and unacceptable to Him? Your continued well-being is totally dependent upon His whim. Consider.an Omniscient, Omnipotent Being is responsible for your existence. If you accept the existence of a Creator, your next major concern is pleasing Him. A discussion of sin is very important to anyone who has a belief in God.

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