Can someone who is born of God sin?

While believers still experience sin in their earthly lives, 1 John 3:9 clarifies that those who are born of God do not practice sin as a habitual lifestyle. This means that while they may struggle with sin, their new nature, created by the Holy Spirit, seeks to live in righteousness and does not condone sin. The transformative work of being born of God instills a desire for holiness, and the believer's assurance lies in God's grace and mercy, which covers their sins through Christ's sacrifice.