FACT OF SIN

If it were possible to lead a sinless life then we wouldn't need God's salvation. But the Bible teaches that, through Adam, we all have an inclination to sin. No one can truthfully say he or she leads a sinless life.

Romans 5:12 Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin, and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned.

Romans 3:23 All have sinned, and come short of the glory of God.

Some believe that a person's destiny is determined by the conduct of one's life, that living a "basically decent life" will pass the test. However, the Bible teaches that God will not judge man subjectively based on the degree of sin, or good works. The smallest sin is abhorrent to God, and "fails the test". James 2:10 says, "Whoever shall keep the whole law, and yet offend in one point, he is guilty of all."

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