• One’s attitude regulates one’s life. We must have the right attitude toward God and all men.
  • What is sin?
    • I John 3:4
    • James 4:17
    • I John 5:17
  • Sin is a terrible thing
    • Many people blame God for the terrible things in this world, but these terrible things are caused by sin.
    • Genesis 1-3 – The fall of man. Suffering is caused by separation from God and the tree of life. This is caused by sin.
  • Sin separates us from God
    • Matthew 25:46
    • Hebrews 10:1
    • Jesus’ sacrifice was the only thing that could reunite us with God. Thus, sin should not be taken lightly. Sin should be hated!
  • Wrong attitudes about sin
    • Many people love sin when they should hate it
      • Psalms 52:3
      • Micah 3:1-2
      • Many in the world today have the same attitude.
      • Isaiah 5:20
    • Approving of sin
      • Romans 3:8
      • Anyone who tries to justify wrongdoing by showing what good comes from it is guilty of this attitude.
    • Indifference toward sin
      • Overlooking sins in your family. Overlooking filthy entertainment.
    • Condemn certain sins and condone others
      • Romans 2:1-2, 21
      • It’s easy to be inconsistent when it’s your own sin.
  • The right attitude toward sin.
    • Hate evil and love good!
      • Psalms 119:4, 128
      • Proverbs 6:16-19
      • Matthew 5:16
      • II Corinthians 7:10
    • Desire to be released from the guilt of sin by obeying the gospel of Christ.
      • Help others do the same.