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What does the Bible say about bearing sin?

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The Bible teaches that there is no good reason for us to bear our sin, as God has provided a means for us to be free from the burden of guilt.

In Scripture, it is clear that God does not desire for His people to carry the weight of their sin. The act of bearing sin is linked with pride, ignorance, or unbelief. However, God has made provisions for us through the principle of substitution, which illustrates how a righteous person can bear the sins of an unrighteous one. This teaching is especially elucidated in passages such as Leviticus 1:3-4, which show the sacrificial system of Israel, portraying how God requires justice but also provides a means for atonement through an acceptable sacrifice.
Scripture References: Leviticus 1:3-4

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