theology 3b- morality- section 1; part 3 review

Why does Jesus say that sin is about lies and darkness?

Jesus says that sin is about lies and darkness because because when a person sins, they do not follow Christ, which is the Light and the Truth.

What are some of the consequences of sin taught in the Old Testament?

Some consequences of sin that are taught in the Old Testament are sin effects people, people's children and people in their communities, and also God directly punishes people for sin and lessens his favor.

Give a definition of sin.

The definition of sin is what happens do to free a choice of thought, word, or deed.

What is the difference between a mortal sin and a venial sin?

The difference between mortal sin and venial sin are that the people are fully aware and have full knowledge of their actions and the sin is very serious that damages a persons relationship with God, while venial sin are minor offenses that were done without full knowledge of the situation.

What is he relationship between personal sin and social sin?

The relationship between personal sin and social sin is that social sin is not a single one persons own sin, it applies to multiple people, but social sin in rooted in personal sin.

What three things determine whether a human act is a sin?

The three things that determine whether a human act is sin are what the person is choosing to do, what the persons intention for the act are, and what the circumstances are in the situation.

Give three examples of social sin.

Three examples of social sin are men getting payed more than women, segregation between different types of people, and wealth being had by only few people while many more are poor.

Name three things that Jesus teaches about forgiveness.

Three things that Jesus teaches about forgiveness are that God wants to forgive us and not condemn us, to forgive others because God will forgive you if you forgive them, and to forgive yourself.

Briefly describe two key understandings of sin found in the Old Testament.

Two key understandings of sin found in the Old Testament are that sin means one is rebelling against God and damages the relationship between God and oneself so they cannot live in harmony with God's Eternal Law.