Sin, once repented, always forgiven?

[Guest Puddin]

If you sin, confess and repent to the Lord. Does that sin or the power of that sin, or the other participant/s of that sin, have power over you anymore? Are you free from the possible follow on effects of that sin, or are you covered by the Grace of God, and His safety therein? Is your sin, always forgiven once repented?

Puddin

[Guest Called]

Well Puddin, first welcome to worthy and why do I have a sudden urge to eat chocolate pudding? Anyway...

That sin only has power over you if you let it...

Just because we repent of a sin doesn't mean that we don't still have to deal with the consequences of that particular sin...

I still deal with certain sins and I am gaining control over it little by little with the Holy Spirit's help..

That sin is forgiven, but you can always sin again...

[Guest LCPGUY]

Well Puddin, first welcome to worthy and why do I have a sudden urge to eat chocolate pudding? Anyway...

That sin only has power over you if you let it...

Just because we repent of a sin doesn't mean that we don't still have to deal with the consequences of that particular sin...

I still deal with certain sins and I am gaining control over it little by little with the Holy Spirit's help..

That sin is forgiven, but you can always sin again...

Right on Debbie

Romans Chapter 7 explains all this pretty clearly. Just make sure you follow up Romans 7 with 8. Especially vs. 1.

In His Love,

Bro John

[BobTriez]

or are you covered by the Grace of God, and His safety therein? Is your sin, always forgiven once repented?

Hi Puddin! Welcome to Worthy!

I guess I'd like to have you explain that statement a bit further before I offer some thoughts on this matter.....there are some very serious misconceptions about God's Grace going around and it's important to understand what Grace is and what it means.

So if you could clarify your question, it might help us answer it a little better

.....are you asking if once a sin is repented of it's forgiven or are you asking if once you "repent" you are free to do as you please since you are under grace ?

I really do not care to see this thread turn into a OSAS ( once saved always saved ) debate per se, but it's certainly an issue that can be discussed if done so properly and it certainly needs to be discussed!

God bless & again, welcome to Worthy Boards!

In His service,

Bob

[stilllearnin']

HI and Welcome Puddin!

If I understand your question correctly you are asking if you repent of sin will you still have consequences?

I would say yes for example is a person were to have robbed a store, then confessed and repented, they would need to take it all the way and go to the authorities and tell them, then take the consequences.

Another example would be having sex with someone you shouldn't be and then getting VD, would God cure you if you repented? He could, but often times that is the consequence of that sin.

Hope that helps, stilllearnin'

[Kabowd]

Read Hebrews 12:4-11, I think this may answer your question. Once you accept Christ, you become God's child. But, like any good earthly father would do...God (as your Heavenly Father) will sometimes discipline you when you stray. So if you are asking if you will still face some consequences, the answer would be yes. If you committed a crime (such as stealing a car) and then asked for forgiveness, you would be forgiven ..yet you would still need to be punished for the crime. Capische?

I hope I'm understanding your question right....if not, feel free to set me straight

[Guest Called]

Read Hebrews 12:4-11, I think this may answer your question. Once you accept Christ, you become God's child. But, like any good earthly father would do...God (as your Heavenly Father) will sometimes discipline you when you stray. So if you are asking if you will still face some consequences, the answer would be yes. If you committed a crime (such as stealing a car) and then asked for forgiveness, you would be forgiven ..yet you would still need to be punished for the crime. Capische?

I agree with this, but you cannot continue to live in blatant sin and think you are okay, cause your not...( I am saying you in general terms) Consequences will be alot higher.

[BobTriez]

Read Hebrews 12:4-11, I think this may answer your question. Once you accept Christ, you become God's child. But, like any good earthly father would do...God (as your Heavenly Father) will sometimes discipline you when you stray. So if you are asking if you will still face some consequences, the answer would be yes. If you committed a crime (such as stealing a car) and then asked for forgiveness, you would be forgiven ..yet you would still need to be punished for the crime. Capische?

I agree with this, but you cannot continue to live in blatant sin and think you are okay, cause your not...( I am saying you in general terms) Consequences will be alot higher.

Yep.....can't live in sin and expect it to just be forgiven without repenting ( and I mean sincere repentance! )

Hebrews 10:26

26 If we deliberately keep on sinning after we have received the knowledge of the truth, no sacrifice for sins is left

Pretty clear really.....

God bless,

Bob

[Kabowd]

Read Hebrews 12:4-11, I think this may answer your question. Once you accept Christ, you become God's child. But, like any good earthly father would do...God (as your Heavenly Father) will sometimes discipline you when you stray. So if you are asking if you will still face some consequences, the answer would be yes. If you committed a crime (such as stealing a car) and then asked for forgiveness, you would be forgiven ..yet you would still need to be punished for the crime. Capische?

I agree with this, but you cannot continue to live in blatant sin and think you are okay, cause your not...( I am saying you in general terms) Consequences will be alot higher.

Well, now we're getting into theology

Here's what I believe:

#1 If you are a believer, the Holy Spirit dwells inside you. Thus, He draws you to the Father. You will WANT to live for the Lord. He will compel you to do so.

#2 Define "cannot". If you mean "cannot" as in "you are unable to", well..we know this isn't true. We can see Paul's own struggle with sin in Romans 7. It IS possible to struggle with sin and be saved. However, if you mean "cannot" as in "you would be miserable because the Holy Spirit would convict you" then I can agree with that.

#3 I agree that forgiveness of sin is NOT equal to license to sin. I believe if someone has this attitude they are deceived and the truth is not in them at all. Romans 6:1-2 clearly says that we should not abuse grace.

[Guest LCPGUY]

Read Hebrews 12:4-11, I think this may answer your question. Once you accept Christ, you become God's child. But, like any good earthly father would do...God (as your Heavenly Father) will sometimes discipline you when you stray. So if you are asking if you will still face some consequences, the answer would be yes. If you committed a crime (such as stealing a car) and then asked for forgiveness, you would be forgiven ..yet you would still need to be punished for the crime. Capische?

I agree with this, but you cannot continue to live in blatant sin and think you are okay, cause your not...( I am saying you in general terms) Consequences will be alot higher.

Yep.....can't live in sin and expect it to just be forgiven without repenting ( and I mean sincere repentance! )

Hebrews 10:26

26 If we deliberately keep on sinning after we have received the knowledge of the truth, no sacrifice for sins is left

Pretty clear really.....

God bless,

Bob

Yup Bro Bob, you are right on!

But remember, even Paul continued to sin, and do those things which he didn