Introduction to the Doctrines of Man and Sin

Phil Gons · September 20, 2015 · Spring Creek Bible Church · 51m

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For families

Ages Teens

This is an introduction to a ten-week systematic theology series on anthropology and hamartiology—what the Bible teaches about human nature and sin. The pastor establishes why these doctrines matter (they’re foundational to understanding the gospel itself) and previews the terrain ahead with warmth and intellectual honesty. Teens ready for serious theological study will find this accessible and motivating.

Worth knowing: The sermon includes a personal anecdote about sharing the gospel with a family member who doesn’t recognize his own sinfulness; otherwise, the content is conceptual rather than graphic.

Character of God Apologetics & hard questions Holiness & obedience

Talk about it together (4 questions)

The pastor said theology helps us obey God better. Can you think of a time when understanding *why* something is true helped you actually do it, rather than just going through the motions?
He mentioned that the four main themes of the Bible are God, man, sin, and grace. Why do you think understanding who we are (man) and what’s wrong with us (sin) is necessary before we can really understand grace?
The pastor talked about how studying sin can make us *more* aware of our own sinfulness, not less. Does that seem backwards to you? Why might that actually be a good thing?
He gave an example of sharing passwords for Netflix as something that might be sinful in ways we don’t usually think about. What’s one area of modern life where you think the Bible’s teaching on sin might challenge what culture says is okay?

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