Explore 20 common Christian beliefs that, surprisingly, are not explicitly supported by the Bible. From the idea that the redeemed go to "heaven," to the concept of seven deadly sins, we delve into theological misconceptions that have taken root over time.
What Does the Bible Say About Sin and Sinners?
All of us have inherited a sinful nature, meaning that we are currently unable to live up to the mark of perfection in which we were created. In fact, Genesis 6:5 says we all suffer from, ‘our whole bent of thinking, which is nothing but evil.” Genesis 8:21 says that ‘our mind is evil from our very youth.’ Jeremiah 17:9 says that our hearts are treacherous and desperately sick.” Based on this alone, you must read this article.