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7 Compelling Reasons to Overcome Sin
Jul 20, 2024
We all know that we need to overcome sin, but why? In this eye-opening video, let me share with you the vital reasons you and I should overcome sin and strive to remove it from our lives! 📌📌📌 P.S. Did you know that overcoming sin is one of the best ways for you to become a better Christian? If you wish to learn more, I highly recommend you check out our course, " *7 Powerful Habits of Highly Effective Christians* ." In this course, you'll discover what it truly takes to become a blessed, zealous, and faithful child of God! Click here to learn more: https://becomingchristiansacademy.com/b/christian-habits ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️ 📌 Read the blog version of this video here, " *Why Should We Overcome Sin? Here are 7 Reasons* ": https://becomingchristians.com/2016/08/29/why-should-we-overcome-sin-here-are-7-reasons/
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Sin is the direct disobedience to the commandments of God
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If we break God's commandments, then we are sin-y. But why so bad about sin anyway
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And why we should overcome sin? Hello everyone, I'm Joshua Fantado Becoming Christian Academy
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We all know that sin is bad, but few of us really know the reason why
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That's the reason I want to share with you seven points to show you why we must overcome sin
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Reason number one, sin ultimately leads to death. The consequences of sin are serious and one of the most profound is its ultimate result, which is death
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It's a sobering truth that resonates deeply within the core of our existence
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In Romans 3 verse 23, the Bible acknowledges that all of our existence. All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God
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It's a stark reminder of our human condition. It's a truth we can't escape
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We've all missed the mark. We have fallen short and made mistakes. And what's the price we pay for those mistakes
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It's death. Not just physical death, but a spiritual death that separates us from God
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and from the life he intended for us. Reason number two. Sin led to the death of Jesus
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Sin's consequences are indeed profound and dire. It's like a dark shadow that looms over humanity, threatening to engulf us in its grasp
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The fact that it took the ultimate sacrifice, the life of Christ, to redeem us from the penit of sin
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he speaks volumes about its severity. It's like the weight of the world's sins bearing down on one individual
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a burden too heavy for any mortal to bear. Just imagine, sin is so abominable and impulsive
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that it requires nothing less than the sacrifice of a divine being
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to set us free from its grip. It's a stark reminder of the gravity of our actions
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and the profound depth of God's love for us. But here's the hope in the midst of this darkness
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Through Christ's sacrifice, we're offered a way out a path to redemption and reconciliation in God
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It's like a beacon of light cutting through the darkness, showing us there's always hope
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even in the face of sin's seemingly surmountable power. Reason number three, sin leads to suffering and pain
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Sin has a profound impact on both individuals and society as a whole
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It's like a virus that infects everything touches, spreading chaos and discord
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Think about it. When we give in to selfish desires or act out of greed, we're just hurting ourselves
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We're creating a ripple effect of pain and suffering that touches everyone around us
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It like throwing a stone into a pond and watching the waves of negativity spread far and wide And it not just like the big stuff like wars and poverty Even the smaller scenes like gossiping or being unkind can have far consequences
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They chip away the fabric of trust and compassion that holds communities together
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But here's the thing. We don't have to be slaves to sin. We have the power to overcome, to choose love over hate, kindness over cruel
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and generosity over greed. It's not always easy, but it's worth it
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Because when we choose to live in alignment with our values and treat others' respect and compassion
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we start to see glimpses of that perfect world God intended for us
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It's like slowly piecing together puzzle, one act of goodness at a time
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Reason number four, sin has a lasting effect. The effects of sin can ripple through time, leaving a lasting impact on individuals, families, and even whole communities
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The story of Abraham and Hagar serves as a poignant example of this truth
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When Abraham took Hagar as his concubine at the urging of Sarah, it seemed like a solution to their barreness
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But it was a decision made out of impatience and lack of trust in the future
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in God's promise. The consequences of this act are still felt today, thousands of years later
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in the ongoing conflict and strife between the descendants of Abraham, the Israelites, and the
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Ishmaelites. It's a sobering reminder that our actions have far-reaching consequences, extending beyond our own lifetimes, and affecting future generations. Sin doesn't just disappear
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once it's committed. It leaves behind, scarrow, that can take generations to heal
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Reason number five, sin separates us from God. Sin erects a barrier between us and God
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disrupting the intimacy of our relationship with Him. It's like a fog that obscures our vision
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and muffles our ability to hear his voice. We read, Behold, Yahweh's hand is not shortened
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that it cannot save. Neither is ear heavy that he cannot hear
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But your inequity. have separated between you and your God and your sins have hid his face from you, that he will not hear
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Isaiah 591 verse 2 paints a vivid picture of this reality. It reminds us that God's power to save and his willingness to hear our prayers are not diminished in any way
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It's not because God has turned a deaf ear or lost his ability to reach us
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but instead it's our own iniquities and sins that create a divide, a separation between us and God
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When we allow sin to take root in our lives, it creates distance and alienation from the one who loves us unconditionally
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It like a wedge driven between two friends making communication and connection difficult But the good news is that God love and grace are always available to us Even in the midst of our sins he longs to reconcile us to himself to breach the gap that sin
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has created and restore the intimacy of our relationship with him. So, let's not allow sin to drive a wedge between us and God
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Instead, let's humbly confess our sins, seek His forgiveness, and turned back to him, with hearts open to his love and grace. In doing so, we can experience the joy and
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peace that come from being in close communion with our Creator. Reason number six, sin begets sin
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Sin has this insidious way of snowballing, of starting small and then growing into something much
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larger and more destructive. Take the story of King David, for example. What began as a
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moment of weakness, his adultery with Batshiva, quickly spiraled into a series of even more grievous scenes
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Rather than repenting and seeking forgiveness, David compounded his wrongdoing by orchestrating the murder of Batshiva's husband, Eurya
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It's a tragic example of how one scene can lead to another, creating a tangled web of deceit and distraction
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And it's not just ancient stories. The same principle applies today. When we give into the temptation and break one of God's commandments
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it often opens the door to furge transgressions. It's like a domino effect where one sink topples into the next
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until we find ourselves trapped in a cycle of wrongdoing. What's particularly troubling is how subtle this process can be
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It's like sinking into quick sand. At first, it seems harmless enough
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But before we know it, we're in over our heads, struggling to break free from the troop sin has set for us
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And finally, reason number seven, why do we need to overcome sin
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Because God hates sin. God's commandments aren't about restricting our freedom or spoiling our fun
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They're about protecting us from harm and guiding us towards a life of fulfillment and joy
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God's hatred of sin isn't born out of a desire to control
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or manipulate us but out of his deep love for us he knows that sin
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leads to pain it leads to suffering and ultimately separation from him
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the source of all goodness and love when the Bible says that the fear of Yahweh
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or of the Lord is to hate evil as Proverbs 8 to 13 it's highlighting the importance
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of a assigning ourselves with God's values and priorities. It's about recognizing that sin isn't just a harmless indulgence
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It's a destructive force that can wreck havoc on our lives and our relationships
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Thankfully God doesn leave us to fend for ourselves in the face of sin Instead he offers us guidance forgiveness and grace enabling us to overcome sin and live in accordance with his will So let not view God commandments as a list of
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arbitrary rules to be obeyed out of fear or obligation. Instead, let's see them as signed posts
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pointing us towards a life of wholeness, peace, and true freedom. And let's embrace them with gratitude
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knowing that they are given to us out of love by God that desires nothing but the best for us
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Sin is like a shiny package with a rotten core, enticing us on the outside but ultimately harmful and destructive on the inside
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It praise on our human nature, appealing to our desires, and offering temporary pleasures that often lead to long-term pain
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Sin is a choice, and while it may promise pleasure and satisfaction, it always comes with a price tag attached
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No matter how small or seemingly insignificant the sin, it cares with it negative consequences that can impact us and those around us
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You see, it's easy to be seduced by the allure of sin, especially when it promises immediate gratification
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But those pleasures are fleeting and ultimately unsatisfactory. is fine. Is it really worth sacrificing our eternal salvation for a momentary indulgence
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That's a question we must ask ourselves. While we may stumble and fall into sin from time to time
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that doesn't mean we're powerless to overcome it. Each day presents us with an opportunity to
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grow spiritually, to deepen our relationship with God and to walk more closely in his ways
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And why should we bother striving to overcome sin? because God desires nothing but the best for us
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He longs for us to experience the fullness of life and blessings that come from following him wholeheartedly
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So the next time we're tempted to sin, let's remember. Let's remember the incredible rewards and promises that await those who faithfully obey God
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That's the true path to lasting joy, fulfillment, and peace. Well, that's it for me, friends
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I hope you now have a deeper understanding of why we should overcome you
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