Bible Verses About "What Is Sin According to the Bible"
Sin is any thought, word, or action that falls short of God's perfect standard — essentially, missing the mark of His holiness.
Sin is any thought, word, or action that falls short of God's perfect standard — essentially, missing the mark of His holiness.
"For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God." — Romans 3:23 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Is Sin According to the Bible?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God."
"For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord."
"Whosoever committeth sin transgresseth also the law: for sin is the transgression of the law."
"Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin."
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