ABOUT FORGIVENESS OF SINS (7)

1. Introduction

a) Sin is disobedience to God's commandments, either by doing what is forbidden or failing to do what is required. (Mark 7:20-23, Galatians 5:19-26)

b) In the Bible, sin is a serious evil that disrupts our relationship with God. (Matthew 5:29-30, Mark 9:42-48, Romans 8:7-8, Romans 6:23)

2. Forgiving Oneself

a) Many people find they still feel guilty and unworthy, even after completing the steps required for God's forgiveness. However, there is no need to feel that way; the Bible assures us that God does not hold our forgiven sins against us (Luke 15:7, 1 Corinthians 6:9-11, Hebrews 10:15-22). 

b) Of course, some sins against other people cannot be undone, and that is reason enough for extra resolve not to repeat the sin. However, there is no need to keep hating oneself. Instead, we can view it as a learning experience and an incentive to do good in the future instead of evil.