Everyone uses the word "sin," but what does it actually mean? Pastor Heath Lambert kicks off 2026 by answering this fundamental question using Romans 3:23-24, revealing why sin is more than just breaking rules - it's falling short of God's glory, and why that matters for the gospel.Timestamps0:00 - Introduction: First episode of 20260:49 - The question: What is sin?1:15 - We use words we don't really understand1:52 - Disagreement about what sins are2:45 - Romans 3:23: Falling short of God's glory3:51 - The standard: God's perfect holiness4:46 - Sin as falling short of the standard5:11 - Practical reality 1: God defines sin, not us5:50 - Don't add to God's list of sins6:06 - Example: Is eating pizza a sin?6:30 - Don't cross off sins from God's list6:53 - God's glory as the standard in His Word7:07 - The result: Guilt and punishment7:25 - Romans 3:24: Justified by grace through redemption7:56 - Redemption as economic transaction8:46 - Final answer: Sin, guilt, and gospel hopeKey Topics CoveredThe Universal Word - How everyone uses "sin" but with different meaningsCommon Misconceptions - The property example and sexual behavior debatesRomans 3:23 Definition - Falling short of the glory of GodThe Divine Standard - God's infinite righteousness, glory, and holinessTwo Dangerous Errors - Adding sins God didn't name and removing sins He didThe Pizza Illustration - Why we can't make up our own list of sinsCultural Pushback - When society rejects biblical definitions of sinGod's Word as Authority - Why Scripture alone defines what sin isSin as Debt - The financial metaphor for our spiritual conditionThe Gospel Solution - Romans 3:24 and redemption through ChristJustified by Grace - How Christ's righteousness covers our sin debtScripture ReferencesRomans 3:23 - All have sinned and fall short of the glory of GodRomans 3:24 - Justified by grace through redemption in Christ JesusAbout The Ten Commandments BookHeath Lambert's new book "The Ten Commandments: A Short Book for Normal People" is now available. This accessible guide explains how God's commands apply to modern life without requiring theological education. Perfect for personal study, evangelism, or gifts to friends, neighbors, and family.Order now and download a free chapter at fbcjax.com/tencommandmentsLike this episode? Subscribe for more biblical teaching from Marked by Grace. Share your thoughts in the comments below about how understanding sin as falling short of God's glory changes your perspective. Happy New Year!Have a question you'd like answered? Send it to [email protected]

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