Genetic Aspect of Sin
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There is a "sin nature" in the human race, which is passed on from one generation to the next. Because of this, each of us has inclinations to sin. Some inclinations may be stronger, and the nature of the inclinations will vary from person to person.
However, an inclination to sin is not the same as the choice to sin. Though inclined, we have to choose to say "yes" to that inclination - and we will be held accountable for our choices.
Every time a person chooses to sin, he reinforces that inclination, so that he tends to sin more - until it becomes an enslaving habit. He also becomes increasingly deadened in his conscience, so he begins to view it as less serious than it really is. (In the end, his conscience can become totally calloused or "seared."
- See also: Sin Nature
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- Adam and Eve's sin influenced not only their future choices, but it also influenced their natures. There is what we might call a genetic aspect to sin - something we call the "sin nature."
- Adam's offspring (which includes us) would be born in Adam's "likeness." Even though they still bear the "image of God, it will be marred. Now they will carry in them the sin nature they inherited from Adam.
Unless otherwise noted, all notes and comments are © by Dennis Hinks.
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