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A Sin Unto Death

'Ready Answer' by Staff

Concerning sin not leading to death, there are instances where friends or family members have left God's church and His way of life due to offenses or other circumstances. Though they may have sinned by departing, it is not always clear if their actions were willful. A sin not unto death is one that is confessed, repented of, and does not involve a deliberate violation of God's law. For those who have strayed, we should not give up on them entirely. Instead, we ought to pray that God, according to His will, might heal any offenses, restore their faith, and bring them back to Him. While it may be difficult to discern the state of their hearts, we are encouraged to err on the side of praying for our errant brethren rather than refraining, trusting that God hears our petitions. Within the church, if we see a fellow member sin a sin not unto death, often out of ignorance or weakness, we should ask God to help them recognize their error and repent, knowing that He may grant them life through our intercession. Thus, we are called to pray fervently for both those within and those who have left God's truth, bearing one another's burdens in fulfillment of Christ's law.

Are Some Sins Worse Than Others?

'Ready Answer' by Martin G. Collins

It seems that some sins should be worse than others in God's eyes. Though all sin merits the death penalty, some sins carry greater consequences and penalties.

Are You Feeling Guilty Of Past Sins?

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

Sometimes Christians fixate on past sins. But we cannot experience the joy of salvation while obsessing on past sins. Christ's blood covers sins repented of.

Do Not Judge

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

While we do not have the prerogative of condemning and passing judgment, we do have the responsibility of observing behaviors or inspecting spiritual fruit.

Forms vs. Spirituality (Part 2)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

Sins committed presumptuously by people of high responsibility (leaders) are judged more rigorously than those sins committed by people in ignorance.

Assurance (Part One): Self Examination

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

Salvation is an ongoing work of God, obligating us to walk in the Spirit. If we do, we will be not captivated by the lusts of the flesh.