Bad choices Quote by R. C. Sproul
“Sin is not simply making bad choices or mistakes. Sin is having the desire in our hearts to do the will of the enemy of God.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Holiness of God by R. C. Sproul, 1983
Sin is defined as the inner desire to align with divine opposition, not merely external errors.
In simple terms: Sin is a heart’s desire against God.
Key Takeaway
Guard your thoughts, seek divine will.
Themes
theology
morality
spirituality
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
didactic
When to use this quote
- personal decision making
- ethical dilemmas
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
original sin
free will
spiritual warfare
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern inner desire from accidental error?
- What practices help align heart with divine will?
A Different Perspective
Sin can also arise from ignorance, not just willful desire.
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