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Why Do Christians Need Growth?

nBecause Christians sin.

–Two frequently used Greek words are translated “sin.” Sin is “to act contrary to the will and law of God” (hamartia). Louw-Nida Greek English Lexicon of the NT

–Second, it is to act unjustly (hadikia). This is also included under the above word (harmatia--1 John 5:17) .

–We inherited sin from Adam (Rom. 5:12).

–We also add our personal sin. 1 John 1:8 If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us.

–Christians aren’t to practice sin, however—it should be increasingly the exception (1 John 3:6,9; 5:18). I may get angry, but should not be an angry person.