1.1 Sin as a transgression against God's law: Sin is not merely a mistake or a bad habit, but a violation of God's holy standard. 1 John 3:4
1.2 Sin as a condition of the heart: Sin is not just about our actions, but also about our attitudes and desires. Matthew 5:28
1.3 Sin as a universal human problem: No one is exempt from sin; we have all fallen short of God's glory. Romans 3:23
2.1 Conviction by the Holy Spirit: The Holy Spirit convicts us of our sin and leads us to repentance. John 16:8
2.2 Examination through God's Word: The Bible serves as a mirror that reveals our sin to us. James 1:23-25
2.3 Accountability from fellow believers: Godly friends can help us identify and confront sin in our lives. Proverbs 27:17
3.1 Repentance: When we recognize our sin, we must turn away from it and turn back to God. Acts 3:19
3.2 Confession: We must admit our sin to God and ask for His forgiveness. 1 John 1:9
3.3 Making Restitution: When possible, we should seek to make right the wrongs we have done. Luke 19:8
4.1 Relying on God's grace: We cannot overcome sin by our own strength, but by God's grace and power. Ephesians 2:8-9
4.2 Walking in the Spirit: As we yield to the Holy Spirit, He empowers us to resist temptation and live righteously. Galatians 5:16
4.3 Renewing our minds: We must replace sinful thoughts and attitudes with God's truth. Romans 12:2