original sin
This is a post for those of you that don't believe in original sin. Background: I was reading a post in which a christian asked for the Jewish opinion of original sin. I knew that Judaism rejects that notion - not the notion of sinning itself, but the notion that mankind is born sinful. It reminded me of the troubles I have with original sin, hence this question. I also know there are Christians that don't believe in original sin (my college chaplain was one, for instance).
So, for those of you that reject original sin, how did you come to that conclusion? How do you support it? And what difference does it make to your faith? Any other thoughts are welcome as well. Thanks!
cross-posted to christianleft, protestantism and ljchristians
So, for those of you that reject original sin, how did you come to that conclusion? How do you support it? And what difference does it make to your faith? Any other thoughts are welcome as well. Thanks!
cross-posted to christianleft, protestantism and ljchristians