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What is the sin unto death mentioned in the Bible?

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The sin unto death refers to the final apostasy of those who completely renounce Christ and are not covered by His blood, resulting in no hope for forgiveness.

In 1 John 5:16, John refers to a 'sin unto death,' which is understood to mean the apostasy of someone who has once professed faith but ultimately rejects Christ. This distinguishes it from the sins of believers who, while they may sin, have their sins covered by the blood of Christ. The sin unto death signifies a total rejection of Christ and a return to unbelief, which results in the inability to seek forgiveness, as there is no mediator for those who deny Christ. Therefore, prayers for such individuals differ, focusing instead on seeking God’s mercy for their salvation rather than for forgiveness of sins already renounced.
Scripture References: 1 John 5:16, Hebrews 6:4-6, Hebrews 10:26, Matthew 12:31-32

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Sin not unto death
Don Bell · Jul 13, 2017
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