Theology 202, Exam 2, Hamartiology - LU well answered to pass!!

Theology 202, Exam 2, Hamartiology - LU well answered to pass!! Hamartiology is the study of Sin (From "Hamarita" and "Logos") An Empirical Result of Sin The inevitability of physical death An Empirical Result of Sin The enigma of suffering and sickness An Empirical Result of Sin The inherent selfishness in babies (Unlearned Desire) An Empirical Result of Sin The propensity of men to lie An Empirical Result of Sin The motive of one person to harm another, and much more The Nature of Sin (Rom 1:18) Not an illusion, it is not simply a pervasive and impersonal influence in life. It can be defined as an act or attitude, and is anything that is opposed to the character, nature, and will of God as revealed in His Word. Who identified three basic kinds of sin? Paul What are the three basic kinds of sin? 1) Personal sin 2) the sin nature [genes of our parents] 3) imputed sin. What is personal sin? It may be a sin of commission or a sin of omission. Sin of Commission When we choose to do something that is prohibited Sin of Omission When we fail to do what is required of us What is another way sin can be identified? sin may also express itself in an act or attitude What are the Four Prominent Kinds of Sin? Presumption; Ignorance; Commission; Omission What is Presumptive sin? A willful, premeditated and rebellious act by man to purposely deny and disobey God's clear command What is Ignorant sin? A person is not conscious of the fact that he is doing wrong.