Sin
Religious Studies A: AQA GCSE Religions, topic 2.2.6
Sin
Sin is a word that describes actions that go against the will of God.
Disobedience
Sin is an act of disobedience, similar to disobeying parents or breaking the law.
But sin is even more important the disobeyed laws are God's laws.
The Bible says Adam and Eve committed the first human sin.
It is believed that people continue to sin up to the present day.
Punishment
Humans deserve punishment for disobeying God.
Some Christians believe in heaven and hell as places of reward and punishment.
Test yourself on Sin
What is the word used by Christians to describe actions that are contrary to the will of God?
What are some Christian beliefs about Sin?
Why is sin seen as a more important act of disobedience than disobeying parents or breaking the law?