What Is Sin? (And How Do We Overcome It?) | S04 E07 Simple Truth Podcast

Many Christians know Jesus saves us from sin, but are not always clear about what sin actually is or how deeply it affects their life. Is sin only bad behavior? Is it just wrong choices, bad habits, or moral failure? Or does Scripture reveal something deeper beneath the surface? In this episode of the Simple Truth Podcast, Ted Ross explains what sin is, why it matters, and how the gospel of Jesus Christ gives believers forgiveness, cleansing, and power to overcome. Sin is not only something we do; it is also a fallen condition within us that shows up through our actions and tries to pull us away from God’s will. Through clear biblical teaching, this episode walks through our sinful nature, sinful actions, and the three types of sin. You’ll also learn the practical biblical path for overcoming sin: confession, repentance, faith in Jesus’ mercy and grace, and walking in the power of the Holy Spirit. Season 4 – The Gospel of the Kingdom Episode 7 – What Is Sin? And How Do We Overcome It? What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✔ What sin really means according to Scripture ✔ Why sin is more than bad behavior ✔ How sin works through desire, temptation, and deception ✔ The difference between iniquities, transgressions, and sins ✔ Why confession brings sin into the light ✔ Why repentance is necessary to overcome sin ✔ How faith and walking in the Spirit help believers overcome the flesh Scriptures Explained in this Episode: Jeremiah 17:9 — The deceitful condition of the human heart Psalm 51:5 — David’s deeper diagnosis of sin Romans 7:18 — The weakness of the flesh James 1:13–15 — How temptation gives birth to sin Romans 3:23 — All have sinned and fall short Mark 10:18 — God alone is truly good Psalm 32:5 — Sin, iniquity, and transgression Leviticus 16:21 — The Day of Atonement and removal of sin 1 John 1:8–9 — Confession, forgiveness, and cleansing Hebrews 8:12 — God remembers sins no more Acts 3:18–19 — Repentance and refreshing Hebrews 4:15–16 — Mercy and grace in time of need Galatians 5:16–17 — Walking in the Spirit, not the flesh Chapters: 00:00 Why Sin Is Deeper Than Our Actions 03:15 What Is Sin? 04:02 Sin Is a Fallen Condition Within Us (Simple Truth 62) 11:11 How Sin Uses Desire and Temptation 16:20 Are Some People Better Than Others? 21:48 Sinful Acts Have Three Expressions (Simple Truth 63) 32:59 Overcoming Sin Starts With Confession (Simple Truth 64) 41:12 You Can’t Overcome Sin Without Repentance (Simple Truth 65) 45:15 Trust Jesus for Mercy and Grace (Simple Truth 66) 52:25 Walk in God’s Spirit, Not Your Flesh (Simple Truth 67) 🎧 About the Simple Truth Podcast Simple. Biblical. Essential. The Simple Truth Podcast is a nonprofit Christian podcast and teaching ministry dedicated to explaining the Bible clearly and simply. Each episode provides practical, verse-by-verse teaching to help people come to know Jesus Christ and grow in spiritual maturity—regardless of background or education. 🌐 Watch full episodes and access resources: [https://SimpleTruth.org](https://SimpleTruth.org) 📱 Follow us on Instagram: @SimpleTruth.Podcast 📺 Subscribe for weekly biblical teaching. #SimpleTruthPodcast #WhatIsSin #OvercomingSin #GospelOfTheKingdom #ChristianPodcast #BibleTeaching #ChristianGrowth #Repentance #Confession #HolySpirit #WalkInTheSpirit #JesusChrist