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. . . Generational Sin. Any takers? See

WAIT!!! Please don't post here except to tell me you addressed this IN THE FORM OF A BIBLE STUDY, including scripture and perhaps commentary findings (or knowings.) I will, of course, do my own studying on this, but I want to see what other believers come up with.

If interested, I challenge you to post. Let me know by comment here, but only comment, please?

(hope i didn't open a can of werms, i am NOT seeking to start arguments...let's all play nice, k?)


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  1. It will be interesting to "hear" other views. Personally, I'm not sure. Helpful? I know the "teaching" that is out there, but consider, as I have, Ezekiel 18 which begins with the Lord saying, "What do you mean when you use this proverb concerning the land of Israel, saying: 'The fathers have eaten sour grapes, and the children's teeth are set on edge'? 'As I live,' says the Lord God, 'You shall no longer use this proverb in Israel.'" Generational sin? Please read the remainder of that chapter. Can't wait to read the input and results. Blessings ~ p

    Posted by paula — Apr 22, 2008 15:34

  2. For openers... It is a mute point IN CHRIST! I had the sin of Adam, and Cain… and my grandfather, and my father. Do we dispute that? In Exodus 20:5 the LORD God says, "I am a jealous God, visiting the iniquities of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourth generation OF THEM THAT HATE ME; and showing mercy unto thousands of THEM THAT LOVE ME, and KEEP MY COMMANDMENTS". [None are pardoned but those who repent and forsake the allowed practice of every sin; nor shall any escape, who abuse, neglect, or despise this great salvation. …all souls are his, and there is a malignity in sin. Matt. Henry Commentary] Are you asking something specific though?

    Posted by Frank — Apr 22, 2008 19:12

  3. That (Ezekial 18) is a great chapter, p. A must read. Verse 4 is reason enough to NOT question the "fairness" of God in any matter. But notice, verses 5-9 are pretty much talking about the man who KEEPS the perfect law of God, perfectly. Who is that person but Christ…and therefore, we who are in Christ, Romans 8:1. So God is talking about eternal life. Verses 10-13 then is the abominable sinner, and his death is eternal. Verse 20..."the righteousness of the righteous shall be upon him (see Isa. 3:10-11), and the wickedness of the wicked shall be upon him (see Rom. 2:9)".

    Posted by letmebefrank — Apr 22, 2008 20:30

  4. Are we having fun yet?

    Posted by letmebefrank — Apr 22, 2008 20:41

  5. Loree, if you have access to a "New Spirit Filled Life Bible" there is an excellent and insightful commentary on Exo 20:5 in the Kingdom Dynamics portion, which ends by saying: "... (in Christ) blessings to future generations are assured for those who love God and keep His commandments; and no earlier generation's influence is ever a fatalistic predeterminant of the present, where God's power and grace are invoked." Frank, I'm not sure I understand - are you saying the Ezekiel passages should or shouldn't be used as a response to the gen/sin issue? Either way, I absolutely agree and believe that in (and because of) Christ it becomes a moot point. We are a people of grace - saved, sanctified, FORGIVEN. Bless you both!

    Posted by p — Apr 23, 2008 11:49

  6. So...WHAT SAY YE?

    Posted by letmebefrank — Apr 24, 2008 19:04

  7. Oh it should for sure be used, p. I am just reinforcing my point with Ezekiel 18:5-9 which is a man doing righteously and therefore no condemnation from any generation, Rom. 8:1. But I also balance that with my pre-redemption days, if you will. I most certainly had the sins of my father... for which I was responsible for!!!

    Posted by letmebefrank — Apr 25, 2008 07:06


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