From Sin to Sonship

This teaching offers a clear and thoughtful exploration of the biblical concept of sin, distinguishing between individual sinful acts and the deeper, inherited sin nature of humanity. Marc Dickie emphasizes that sin—defined as “missing the mark”—cannot be overcome through human effort, but must be dealt with spiritually through the redemptive work of Jesus Christ. He highlights that Jesus conquered sin at its root, making it possible for believers to receive a new spiritual identity as children of God—no longer defined by sin, but reborn through faith in him.

Building on this foundation, Marc explains that being a child of God is both a present reality and a future hope, as believers await full transformation into Christ’s likeness. He addresses the tension between being born of God and still wrestling with sin, clarifying that 1 John speaks of lawlessness as a broader rejection of God's authority rather than isolated moral failings. This understanding calls believers to pursue righteousness—not to earn salvation, but as a faithful response to the grace and new identity they have received in Christ.