The Adversary
What we are to be, according to 1 Peter 5:8, because of our Adversary.
We need to be Sober and Vigilant. Be aware that he is trying to devour us.
Who is most likely to be tempted by Satan?
Any of us. We are all tempted.
When we sin, what are two choices we have?
Run TO God or HIDE from Him.
What was the main consequence of sin?
Separation from God. They were expelled from the Garden and death had now entered the world.
What is the word that means Forgiveness?
Remission. Bonus 100 if you can tell us the Definition.
The release as from a debt, penalty or obligation.
One of the names our Adversary is called. (Also in 1 Peter 5:8.)
A roaring lion, the serpent the Devil, Satan.
What is the main way Satan tempts us?
He causes us to question God's Words, His righteousness and His Goodness.
What did Adam and Eve do once they sinned and why did they do it?
They hid from God because they were ashamed.
Name some things that came because of sin.
Fear, pain, physical and spiritual death, frustration with work...
What is required for sin to be forgiven?
A sacrifice. Blood must be shed to pay for sin. Rom. 6:23
Definition of Adversary.
Person, group or force that opposes and attacks.
How did our lesson define sin?
Sin is our desire to be God. Gen. 3:4-5
Satan tempted Eve to live a life independent from God.
What is the definition of Shame?
The painful feeling following the actions of something dishonorable.
What do we understand about sin from Romans 3:23?
Sin infected everything and everyone. It wrecked all relationships.
What was the first thing God did for Adam and Eve after they sinned?
Gen. 3:21 He made coats of skin to clothe them.
Our Adversary's main goal.
Satan's goal is to steal from us, kill and destroy us.
Can anyone make you sin?
No. Sin is a decision we make on our own. Gen. 3:6
What did God do after they sinned?
He went looking for them. And He sent Jesus to do that for all mankind. Romans 5:8
Remains or fragments of something that has been broken.
In the Old Testament, how often was a sacrifice for sin required?
Once a year on the day of atonement. The high priest would offer a sacrifice in the holy of holies.
The main thing in which our Adversary excels and how to combat it.
He Lies! Know the truth of the Word to recognize his lies.
Do we have to stop sinning for God to save us?
No! We ask Him to save us from our sin and He does! Not an excuse to keep sinning after "God forbid!"
How should we handle guilt and shame after sinning?
Confess it to God and if needed to other believers. Sin thrives in secret.
Quote Romans 5:12.
"Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men for that all have sinned."
How often do we need to be forgiven from our sins?
Once is all it takes to save us. Jesus' sacrifice was sufficient ONCE for all!