![]() ![]() Either we take him at his word when he equates sin to death, or we do not believe him at all (Ephesians 2:1). Either we believe what God says is true or we don’t. To desire to continue in sin shows a misunderstanding of this abundant grace and a contempt for Jesus’ sacrifice. So, shall we then continue in sin that grace may abound? Paul replies with a resounding “God forbid” (Romans 6:2). “For we know that our old self was crucified with him so that the body ruled by sin might be done away with, that we should no longer be slaves to sin - because anyone who has died has been set free from sin.” – Romans 6:6-7 It’s damaging, and for the unredeemed, it is damning (Romans 6:23). When Jesus died, he was releasing us from our bondage to sin, because that is what sin is - slavery. Christ died to free us from sin, not enable us to sin. Paul demolished this dangerous line of thought in Romans 6. Indeed, this is the miracle of the Christian faith for all who believe.īut this brings up an important question. If our sin is already paid for, why should we stop sinning? In fact, doesn’t the vastness of our sin just make his grace more beautiful? Shall we sin that grace may abound? Shall We Continue in Sin? Instead of rightful punishment for our sins, God sees us as his sons and daughters. Instead of condemnation, we receive grace. God made it possible for us to be with him through the blood of his holy Son. He paid the price of our sins with his very life and his holiness was accounted to us (2 Corinthians 5:21). When God looks at them, he doesn’t see their sin, but instead righteousness. Yet for the Christian, their sin has been paid for. For the unsaved person, sin is something that separates them from God, due to his perfect holiness. ![]() ![]() It’s something most of us would rather not think about. “What shall we say then? Shall we continue in sin, that grace may abound?” – Romans 6:1-2 ![]()
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