Is There Such a Thing as… A Safe Sin? 1 Corinthians 6:9-11

Is there such a thing…? It is rare that we find anyone who will say something they are doing is sinful. More common is the practice to “dress up” the sin so that is appears to only be “a minor one”. If men had their way, most sins wouldn’t be called sins at all.

What IS sin? 1 John 3:4 “Whoever commits sin also commits lawlessness, and sin is lawlessness.” Romans 4:15 “because the law brings about wrath; for where there is no law there is no transgression.” Romans 6:23 “For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” 1 Corinthians 15:56 “The sting of death is sin, and the strength of sin is the law.”

Can a sin be “redefined”? Psalm 119:89 “Forever, O Lord, Your word is settled in heaven.” Isaiah 40:8 “The grass withers, the flower fades, But the word of our God stands forever.” 1Peter 1:25 “But the word of the Lord endures forever." Now this is the word which by the gospel was preached to you.” John 12:44-50, The word that Jesus has spoken will judge in the last day.

Can a sin be “redefined”? Ecclesiastes 8:11”Because the sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily, therefore the heart of the sons of men is fully set in them to do evil.” Ecclesiastes 1:9-10, There is nothing new. 2 Timothy 3:10-14, Evil men and imposters will grow worse and worse. Jeremiah 10:23-24, Man does NOT have the authority, right, or ability to redefine sin.

Some things never change… Malachi 3:6 “For I am the Lord, I do not change; Therefore you are not consumed, O sons of Jacob.” John 17:17 “Sanctify them by Your truth. Your word is truth.” Mark 13:31 “Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will by no means pass away.” Isaiah 59:1-4, It is our sin which separates us from God.

There is NO SUCH THING as a “safe” sin!! Colossians 3:5-10, We are to put away sinful attitudes and put to death evil practices. Luke 19:10 “for the Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost.” 2 Timothy 4:1 “I charge you therefore before God and the Lord Jesus Christ, who will judge the living and the dead at His appearing and His kingdom” Luke 18:1-8, When the Son of Man comes, will He really find faith on the earth?

There is NO SUCH THING as a “safe” sin!! Matthew 7:21 “Not everyone who says to Me, 'Lord, Lord,' shall enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of My Father in heaven.” 1 Peter 4:5-7, Whether you believe in God or not, you will stand before Him in judgment. Luke 13:3 “I tell you, no; but unless you repent you will all likewise perish.” Romans 6:1-4, What shall we say then? Shall we continue in sin that grace may abound?

Let us NOT be one to make excuses ! It is rare that we find anyone who will say something they are doing is sinful. Let us be humble enough to admit when we are wrong and need the Lord’s help. More common is the practice to “dress up” the sin so that is appears to only be “a minor one”. Be wise enough to accept responsibility for your actions. If men had their way, most sins wouldn’t be called sins at all. “Do not be deceived, God cannot be mocked. For whatever a man sows, that he will also reap.” (Gal 6:7)

There is NO Such Thing as… A “Safe” Sin! 1 Corinthians 6:9-11