Question 24: What is sin?

Answer: Sin is any transgression of the law of God.

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Scriptural basis

  • 1 John 3:4

  • Romans 3:20

  • James 2:9-11

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Why is this important?

  1. Sin is an offense against the holiness (perfection) of God.

  2. Can you not sin?

  3. How do you sin?

 

Questions and answers from A Catechism for Boys and Girls by Erroll Hulse from Chapel Library