Sin in the sight of God

Society and governments make distinctions when it comes to breaking established laws. In the Bible God makes it clear that the failure to keep his laws—in any way—is sin.

Jesus said in the sermon on the mount, “You have heard that it was said to the people long ago, ‘You shall not murder, and anyone who murders will be subject to judgment.’ But I tell you that anyone who is angry with a brother or sister will be subject to judgment” (Matthew 5:21-22). And, “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall not commit adultery.’ But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart” (Matthew 5:27-28).

The apostle John wrote: “Anyone who hates a brother or sister is a murderer” (1 John 3:15).

Thankfully, we have a loving Savior who has won forgiveness for the transgressions we commit in thought, word and deed, and for the sins we commit when we fail to do the good that God commands.