EPISODE · Apr 25, 2026 · 15 MIN
Rethinking Sin: What 'Missing the Mark' Really Means & Why You're Aiming at the Wrong Target
from Rethink Faith with Nelson Jackson III · host Nelson Jackson III
What if sin isn't what you think it is?The Greek word "hamartia" means "to miss the mark"—an archery term. It's not about breaking rules. It's about aiming at the wrong target.In Genesis 3, the serpent convinced Eve she was missing something she already had. She was already made in God's image (Genesis 1:26-27). But the serpent said, "You will be like God."She already WAS like God.The serpent didn't offer something new. He convinced her she lacked what she already possessed.And we're still falling for the same lie.In this episode:✅ The real meaning of "hamartia" (missing the mark)✅ What happened in Genesis 3 (it wasn't about fruit)✅ Why God asked "Who told you?" instead of "What did you do?"✅ How to stop aiming at the wrong targetThe mark hasn't changed. You're still made in God's image.The question is: Are you going to believe it?SCRIPTURES: Genesis 1-3, Romans 3:23, Romans 5:19, 1 John 2:16, 2 Corinthians 11:3, Colossians 3:10, Ephesians 4:24Be Part of the Conversation:Subscribe to the podcastFind weekly episodes on YouTube [LINK]Join our "Weekly Unlearning" newsletter for exclusive insights and reflections [LINK]
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What if sin isn't what you think it is? The Greek word "hamartia" means "to miss the mark"—an archery term. It's not about breaking rules. It's about aiming at the wrong target. In Genesis 3, the serpent convinced Eve she was missing something she already had. She was already made in God's image (Genesis 1:26-27). But the serpent said, "You will be like God." She already WAS like God. The serpent didn't offer something new. He convinced her she lacked what she already possessed. And we'r...
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