The Rewards of Sin 1. Understanding What Sin Is Sin is any action, thought, or behavior that goes against the will and command of God. Sin separates man from God and brings spiritual consequences. The Bible explains sin clearly: First Epistle of John 3:4 – “Sin is the transgression of the law.” Epistle of James 4:17 – “To him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin.” Sin is not only about committing evil acts; it can also be refusing to do what is right. Examples of sin include: Pride Lies Sexual immorality Bitterness Greed Disobedience to God 2. The Wages of Sin The word wages means payment or reward for work done. Just as workers receive salary for their labor, sin also pays its own salary. According to the Bible, the payment of sin is death. Epistle to the Romans 6:23 – “For the wages of sin is death.” This death happens in three ways: 1. Spiritual Death Sin separates man from God. Book of Isaiah 59:2 – “Your iniquities have separated between you and your God.” When sin controls a person, that person loses spiritual sensitivity and connection with God. 2. Physical Consequences Sin often produces destruction in life such as: Broken relationships Poverty Shame Diseases Loss of destiny Epistle to the Galatians 6:7 – “Whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.” 3. Eternal Death The ultimate result of unrepented sin is eternal separation from God. Book of Revelation 21:8 – describes the final judgment for those who refuse to turn away from sin. 3. The Beginning of Sin in Humanity Sin entered the world through the disobedience of the first humans. Book of Genesis 3:6 shows how Adam and Eve disobeyed God. Because of that act: Humanity inherited a sinful nature. Death entered the world. Epistle to the Romans 5:12 – “By one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin.” 4. The Deception of Sin Sin often appears attractive at first but eventually destroys. Epistle of James 1:15 – “Sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death.” Sin may promise: Pleasure Power Quick success But its final result is always destruction. 5. The Gift of God Even though sin pays death, God offers a free gift. Epistle to the Romans 6:23 – “But the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” Through Jesus Christ, God provided salvation. Gospel of John 3:16 – “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son…” Jesus died so humanity could be forgiven and receive eternal life. 6. How to Escape the Wages of Sin 1. Repent Turn away from sin sincerely. Acts of the Apostles 3:19 – “Repent therefore, and be converted.” 2. Accept Jesus Christ Receive the salvation God offers. Epistle to the Romans 10:9 – “If thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus…” 3. Live a Holy Life Walk in obedience to God. First Epistle of Peter 1:16 – “Be ye holy; for I am holy.” Conclusion Sin may look small, but its reward is deadly. The wages of sin is death, but God in His mercy offers eternal life through Jesus Christ. The choice is before everyone today: Continue in sin and receive death Or accept Christ and receive eternal life Choose life. Prayer “Lord, I acknowledge my sins before You. Forgive me and cleanse me through the blood of Jesus Christ. Help me turn away from sin and live a life that pleases You. Amen.” Pastor Abiodun Kadri #TheWagesOfSin #RepentAndReturn #ChooseLife #SalvationInChrist #BiblicalTruth #TurnFromSin #JesusSaves #EternalLife I