Is one sin greater than another?
My answer to this question is no.
There is only one sin that God will not forgive and that is blasphemy of the Holy Spirit (Matt 12:32 Anyone who blasphemes against me, the Son of Man, can be forgiven, but blasphemy against the Holy Spirit will never be forgiven, either in this world or in the world to come.). With that being said lets look at law vs. grace. In the old testament it was fracture for fracture, eye for eye, tooth for tooth. Whatever anyone does to hurt another person must be paid back in kind. (Lev. 24:20)
Now under new testament law adultery is easily committed. But I say to you that whoever looks at a woman to lust for her has already committed adultery with her in his heart. (Mat 5:28) Through grace we are held to a higher standard because our sin is brought to our realization. We sin even if no one ever catches us. Ok then whats the point in living right? Well there are many benefits to seeking the kingdom. But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you. (Mat. 6:33) But love your enemies, do good, and lend, hoping for nothing in return; and your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High. For He is kind to the unthankful and evil. (Luke 6:35)
That's all I have today. =) God Bless
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John 1:16 From the fullness of his grace we have all received one blessing after another.
John 1:17 For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ.