Is masturbation a sin according to the Bible? The most difficult aspect of this issue is that the Bible nowhere even mentions masturbation, and, thus, does not specifically state whether or not it is a sin. This leads some to conclude that masturbation is not a sin. However, the absence of a clear statement in […]
Not inherit the kingdom of God “What does it mean that a person will not inherit the kingdom of God (1 Corinthians 6:9-11)?”……Answer: The first mention of not inheriting the kingdom of God is found in Paul’s first letter to the church at Corinth. “Do you not know that the wicked will not inherit the […]
“My Besetting Sin Makes Me Doubt My Salvation” I am almost 70 years old and undoubtedly nearing “the end of the road.” I came to faith in Jesus Christ over thirty years ago but have consistently been plagued by a “betting sin” that I seem not to be able to have consistent victory over. I […]
“What is original sin?”……Answer: The term “original sin” deals with Adam’s sin of disobedience in eating from the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil and its effects upon the rest of the human race. Original sin can be defined as “that sin and its guilt that we all possess in God’s eyes as a […]
“What are the seven deadly sins?”……Answer: The seven deadly sins are a list originally used in early Christian teachings to educate and instruct followers concerning fallen man’s tendency to sin. The misconception about the list of seven “deadly” sins is that they are sins that God will not forgive. The Bible is clear that the […]
……Is entire sanctification / sinless perfection possible in this life?……What is mortification of sin / the flesh?……If I am saved and all of my sins are forgiven, why not continue to sin?……What does it mean to be a slave to sin?……Do we sin daily? Is it possible to go an entire day without sinning?
“Is it ever not a sin to masturbate?”……As a background, please read our article on “Is masturbation a sin?” While that article deals with the issue in a generic sense, the purpose of this article is to address the “is it a sin to masturbate” question from a very specific angle. We often receive questions […]