THE VICTORY OF

STEP 1 – WHAT IS SIN? Presented by RIGHT LIVING FOUNDATION

For Jamaica

Signs of the Times, June 20, 1895 par. 5

VERY IMPORTANT

A terrible doom awaits the sinner, and therefore it is necessary that we know what sin is, in order that we may escape from its power. John says, "Whosoever committeth sin transgresseth also the law; for sin is the transgression of the law." Here we have the true definition of sin; it is "the transgression of the law."

Signs of the Times, June 20, 1895 par. 5

VERY IMPORTANT

How often the sinner is urged to leave his sins, and come to Jesus; but has the messenger who would lead him to Christ clearly pointed out the way? Has he clearly pointed out the fact that "sin is the transgression of the law," and that he must repent, and forsake the breaking of God's commandments?

Signs of the Times, June 20, 1895 par. 5

VERY IMPORTANT

Christ will come to consume the false prophet, to sweep away the hosts of apostasy, to take vengeance on them that know not God, and that obey not the gospel of God; and it is of the highest importance to each one of us that we know the conditions by which we shall escape the sinner's doom.

Signs of the Times, June 20, 1895 par. 5

VERY IMPORTANT

It is of the greatest moment that we understand the nature of our fall and the consequences of transgression. Man's conscience has become hardened by sin, and his understanding darkened by transgression, and his judgment has become confused as to what is sin.

Signs of the Times, June 20, 1895 par. 5

VERY IMPORTANT

He has become benumbed by the influence of iniquity, and it is essential that his conscience be aroused to understand that sin is the transgression of God's holy law. He who does not obey the commandments of God is a sinner in the sight of God.

Signs of the Times, June 20, 1895 par. 5

NOW A RECAP!

A terrible doom awaits the sinner, and therefore it is necessary that we know what sin is, in order that we may escape from its power.

It is of the greatest moment that we understand the nature of our fall and the consequences of transgression.

THEY ARE ALL UNDER [THE DOMINION OF] SIN

WHAT IS SIN?

HOW CAN I BE DELIVERED FROM IT?

AM I WRETCHED?

WHAT IS SIN? 1st John 3:4

Whosoever committeth sin transgresseth also the law: for sin is the transgression of the law.

Sin = transgression of the law

Sin exist as a result of an act against a law

Isaiah 1:18 Come now, and let us reason together, saith the LORD: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool.

LET US REASON TOGETHER (ABOUT SIN) SAITH THE LORD

THE QUESTION IS, HOW WILL GOD DEAL WITH SIN?

1st John 3:4 Whosoever committeth sin transgresseth also the law: for sin is the transgression of the law.

SIN

DEATH

Romans 5:14 Nevertheless death reigned from Adam to Moses …

SIN IS NOT THE LAW BUT THE BREAKING OF IT!

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:

WHY DEATH PASSED UPON ALL MEN?

SIN

DEATH

WHY DEATH PASSED UPON ALL MEN?

Romans 5:13 (For until the law was in the world: but sin is not imputed when there is no law.

Romans 5:13 (For until the law sin was in the world: but sin is not imputed [Put to account] when there is no law.

SIN

…BUT SIN DOES NOT HAVE TO EXIST!

Romans 7:24

O wretched man that I am! who shall deliver me from

the body of this death?

WHO SHALL DELIVER ME?

HOW CAN I BE DELIVERED FROM IT?

Romans 3:9 -12 … we have before proved both Jews and Gentiles, that they are all under [rule of] sin;

As it is written, There is none righteous, no, not one:

There is none that understandeth, there is none that seeketh after God.

They are all gone out of the way, they are together become unprofitable; there is none that doeth good, no, not one.

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Romans 3:9 -12 … there is none that seeketh after God.

It was taught by the Jews that before God's love is extended to the sinner, he must first repent. In their view, repentance is a work by which men earn the favor of Heaven. And it was this thought that led the Pharisees to exclaim in astonishment and anger. “This man receiveth sinners.” According to their ideas He should permit none to approach Him but those who had repented.

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Romans 3:9 -12 … there is none that seeketh after God. But in the parable of the lost sheep, Christ teaches that salvation does not come through our seeking after God but through God's seeking after us. "There is none that understandeth, there is none that seeketh after God. They are all gone out of the way." Rom. 3:11, 12. We do not repent in order that God may love us, but He reveals to us His love in order that we may repent.

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Romans 3:9 -12 … there is none that seeketh after God. "As it is written, There is none righteous, no, not one; there is none that understandeth, there is none that seeketh after God. They are all gone out of the way, they are together become unprofitable; there is none that doeth good; no, not one." The eye of Him who sees the present condition of things has portrayed the state of things existing in the world and the church to-day.

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Romans 3:9 -12 … there is none that seeketh after God. and the church to-day. Ps. 14:I-4.”

Psalms 14: 2 - 3 The LORD looked down from heaven upon the children of men, to see if there were any that did understand, and seek God. They are all gone aside, they are all together become filthy: there is none that doeth good, no, not one.

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Romans 3:9 -12 … there is none that seeketh after God.

And what has brought about this terrible condition?--It is the making void of the law of God.

Making Void of the Law of God

• Romans 3:13 -17 • Their throat is an open sepulchre; with their

tongues they have used • deceit; • the poison of asps is under their lips: • Whose mouth is full of cursing and bitterness: • Their feet are swift to shed blood: • Destruction and misery are in their ways: • And the way of peace have they not known:

Making Void of the Law of God

• Romans 3:18 -19 …• There is no fear of God before their eyes. • Now we know that what things soever the law

saith, it saith to them who are under the [condemnation of the] law: that every mouth may be stopped, and all the world may become guilty before God.

Rev 3:17 Because thou … knowest not that thou art wretched, and miserable…

AM I WRETCHED?

5 Bible Commentary, 1128

The first Adam was created a pure, sinless being, without a taint of sin upon him.

Ecc 7:29 Lo, this only have I found, that God hath made man upright; [straight] but they have sought out many inventions.

DID GOD MADE MAN TO BE A SINNER?

PP.080.001 & Letter 191, 1899

There were no corrupt principles in the first Adam, no corrupt propensities or tendencies to evil

DID GOD MADE MAN TO BE A SINNER?

…Adam was created sinless, in the likeness of God,

Christ’s Object Lessons, 311

“The white robe of innocence was worn by our first parents when they were placed by God in holy Eden. They lived in perfect conformity to the will of God. All the strength of their affections was given to their heavenly Father. A beautiful soft light, the light of God, enshrouded the holy pair. This robe of light was a symbol of their spiritual garments of heavenly innocence. Had they remained true to God it would ever have continued to enshroud them.

THE WHITE ROBE OF INNOCENCE

Christ’s Object Lessons, 311

But when sin entered, they severed their connection with God, and the light that had encircled them departed. Naked and ashamed, they tried to supply the place of the heavenly garments by sewing together fig leaves for a covering. .

THE WHITE ROBE OF INNOCENCE

HOLY SPIRIT

RESULT OF THE RIGHTEOUS NATURE

The Holy Spirit dwells in him (He is a temple)

God’s Law of love reigns God is enthroned Man’s will exercised

according to God’s will Principles of goodness

embedded in his nature

Will Will

HOLY SPIRIT

RESULT OF THE RIGHTEOUS NATURE

Because of the presence of the divine nature (Holy Spirit)

Will Will

Note: Flesh and blood is not: • the righteous nature • nor is it the sinful nature

Romans 7:10

HOLY SPIRIT

THIS BLEND WOULD PRESERVE MAN’S LIFE

THROUGHOUT ETERNITY

Will Will

And the commandment, which was ordained to life, I found to be unto death

Signs of the Times, February 26, 1894, par 4

HOLY SPIRIT

THIS BLEND WOULD PRESERVE MAN’S LIFE

THROUGHOUT ETERNITY

Will Will

The law of God is the foundation of his government, and is exactly what is needed to preserve life and righteousness.

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HUMANITY AND DIVINITY BLENDED

THIS BLEND WOULD PRESERVE MAN’S LIFE THROUGHOUT ETERNITY

… The signs of His second coming are clearly pointed out in prophecy. When He came to the world the first time, divinity and humanity were blended. This is our only hope. The Son of man is fully qualified to be the originator of a humanity that will blend with divinity by partaking of the divine nature.

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HUMANITY AND DIVINITY BLENDED

THIS BLEND WOULD PRESERVE MAN’S LIFE THROUGHOUT ETERNITY

He offers to make us golden threads in the web of humanity. He would have us act our part by co-operating with Him in healing the springs of life which have been perverted, and setting them flowing in sanctified channels.

1st Corinthians 3:16

HOLY SPIRIT

Will Will

Know ye not that ye are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwelleth in you?

In Heavenly Places, Pg 283.2

HOLY SPIRIT

Will Will

The living church of God is individually a habitation of God through the Spirit, that man may become a well-built temple for the indwelling of the Holy Spirit of God,

In Heavenly Places, Pg 283.2

HOLY SPIRIT

Will Will

that the Lord Jesus Christ may dwell in his innermost being, ennobling and sanctifying his human nature by His divine attributes.

Romans 8:9

HOLY SPIRIT

Will Will

Now if any man have not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of his.