What does the Bible teach about sin and judgment?

The Bible presents a sobering truth about sin: all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. Psalm 130 asks, 'If Thou shouldest mark iniquities, who shall stand?' This rhetorical question highlights the reality that no one is righteous on their own, and apart from divine mercy, all face judgment. However, the beauty of this passage also reveals the hope found in God's forgiveness. The psalmist reminds us that despite our iniquities, there is forgiveness with God that leads to reverence and awe. This duality of judgment and mercy encapsulates the essence of the Gospel, where the righteous judgment of God meets the redemptive grace offered through Jesus Christ.