The Holy Bible Verses

50 Bible Verses About Sin

Explore Bible verses about sin, including Romans 3:23. Discover forgiveness and practical steps to live a life aligned with God's will.

By The Editorial Team

Verses sourced from the World English Bible (public domain). Selection follows our editorial policy. Last reviewed 2026-04-23. See all sources.

Sin is understood in the Bible as a transgression against God's commandments, affecting all humanity, as noted in Romans 3:23, which states that all have sinned and fall short of God's glory. The Scriptures emphasize the need for repentance and faith in Jesus Christ for forgiveness and restoration to a right relationship with God.

“for all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God;”
— Romans 3:23 WEB

The feeling of falling short or missing the mark is familiar to many. In the Bible, this concept is described as sin. Sin can manifest in various forms, whether it’s a thought, word, or action that goes against God’s will. Romans 3:23 reminds us, “for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” This verse underscores the universal nature of sin, affecting everyone regardless of their background or intentions.

Throughout the Bible, we see different responses to sin. In Leviticus, offerings were made to atone for sins once they were realized (Leviticus 4:23, 4:28). The Old Testament emphasized the importance of recognizing and addressing sin. Today, while the rituals have changed, the need for awareness and repentance remains crucial. Leviticus 19:22 speaks of atonement and forgiveness, offering hope that God provides a way to reconcile with Him. This collection of verses highlights both the gravity of sin and the grace available through God’s forgiveness.

50 verses

  1. 1

    “if his sin, in which he has sinned, is made known to him, he shall bring as his offering a goat, a male without defect.”

  2. 2

    “if his sin, which he has sinned, is made known to him, then he shall bring for his offering a goat, a female without defect, for his sin which he has sinned.”

  3. 3

    ““If anyone sins, and does any of the things which Yahweh has commanded not to be done; though he didn’t know it, yet he is guilty, and shall bear his iniquity.”

  4. 4

    “The priest shall make atonement for him with the ram of the trespass offering before Yahweh for his sin which he has committed: and the sin which he has committed shall be forgiven him.”

  5. 5

    ““Speak to the children of Israel: ‘When a man or woman commits any sin that men commit, so as to trespass against Yahweh, and that soul is guilty;”

  6. 6

    “Let your ear now be attentive, and your eyes open, that you may listen to the prayer of your servant, which I pray before you at this time, day and night, for the children of Israel your servants, while I confess the sins of the children of Israel, which we have sinned against you. Yes, I and my father’s house have sinned.”

  7. 7

    “for the show bread, for the continual meal offering, for the continual burnt offering, for the Sabbaths, for the new moons, for the set feasts, and for the holy things, and for the sin offerings to make atonement for Israel, and for all the work of the house of our God.”

  8. 8

    “If I have sinned, what do I do to you, you watcher of men? Why have you set me as a mark for you, so that I am a burden to myself?”

  9. 9

    “if I sin, then you mark me. You will not acquit me from my iniquity.”

  10. 10

    “How many are my iniquities and sins? Make me know my disobedience and my sin.”

  11. 11

    “If you have sinned, what effect do you have against him? If your transgressions are multiplied, what do you do to him?”

  12. 12

    “Blessed is he whose disobedience is forgiven, whose sin is covered.”

  13. 13

    “I acknowledged my sin to you. I didn’t hide my iniquity. I said, I will confess my transgressions to Yahweh, and you forgave the iniquity of my sin. Selah.”

  14. 14

    “For I will declare my iniquity. I will be sorry for my sin.”

  15. 15

    “For I know my transgressions. My sin is constantly before me.”

  16. 16

    “You have forgiven the iniquity of your people. You have covered all their sin. Selah.”

  17. 17

    “We have sinned with our fathers. We have committed iniquity. We have done wickedly.”

  18. 18

    “An evil man is trapped by sinfulness of lips, but the righteous shall come out of trouble.”

  19. 19

    “He who conceals his sins doesn’t prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.”

  20. 20

    “I have blotted out, as a thick cloud, your transgressions, and, as a cloud, your sins. Return to me, for I have redeemed you.”

  21. 21

    “For our transgressions are multiplied before you, and our sins testify against us; for our transgressions are with us, and as for our iniquities, we know them:”

  22. 22

    “You meet him who rejoices and does righteousness, those who remember you in your ways. Behold, you were angry, and we sinned. We have been in sin for a long time. Shall we be saved?”

  23. 23

    “Though our iniquities testify against us, work for your name’s sake, Yahweh; for our rebellions are many. We have sinned against you.”

  24. 24

    “We acknowledge, Yahweh, our wickedness, and the iniquity of our fathers; for we have sinned against you.”

  25. 25

    “The soul who sins, he shall die. The son shall not bear the iniquity of the father, neither shall the father bear the iniquity of the son. The righteousness of the righteous shall be on him, and the wickedness of the wicked shall be on him.”

  26. 26

    ““You, son of man, tell the house of Israel: ‘You say this, “Our transgressions and our sins are on us, and we pine away in them. How then can we live?”’”

  27. 27

    “Take words with you, and return to Yahweh. Tell him, “Forgive all our sins, and accept that which is good: so we offer our lips like bulls.”

  28. 28

    ““Go to Bethel, and sin; to Gilgal, and sin more. Bring your sacrifices every morning, your tithes every three days,”

  29. 29

    “Harness the chariot to the swift steed, inhabitant of Lachish. She was the beginning of sin to the daughter of Zion; For the transgressions of Israel were found in you.”

  30. 30

    “For the Son of Man came to save that which was lost.NU omits verse 11.”

  31. 31

    “that ‘seeing they may see, and not perceive; and hearing they may hear, and not understand; lest perhaps they should turn again, and their sins should be forgiven them.’”Isaiah 6:9-10”

  32. 32

    “Therefore I tell you, her sins, which are many, are forgiven, for she loved much. But to whom little is forgiven, the same loves little.””

  33. 33

    “Forgive us our sins, for we ourselves also forgive everyone who is indebted to us. Bring us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.’””

  34. 34

    “She said, “No one, Lord.” Jesus said, “Neither do I condemn you. Go your way. From now on, sin no more.”NU includes, but brackets as less certain, John 7:53–John 8-11.”

  35. 35

    “Jesus answered them, “Most certainly I tell you, everyone who commits sin is the bondservant of sin.”

  36. 36

    “about sin, because they don’t believe in me;”

  37. 37

    ““Repent therefore, and turn again, that your sins may be blotted out, so that there may come times of refreshing from the presence of the Lord,”

  38. 38

    “for all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God;”

  39. 39

    “For sin will not have dominion over you. For you are not under law, but under grace.”

  40. 40

    “For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

  41. 41

    “What shall we say then? Is the law sin? May it never be! However, I wouldn’t have known sin, except through the law. For I wouldn’t have known coveting, unless the law had said, “You shall not covet.”Exodus 20:17; Deuteronomy 5:21”

  42. 42

    “But sin, finding occasion through the commandment, produced in me all kinds of coveting. For apart from the law, sin is dead.”

  43. 43

    “This is my covenant with them, when I will take away their sins.”Isaiah 59:20-21; 27:9; Jeremiah 31:33-34”

  44. 45

    “Those who sin, reprove in the sight of all, that the rest also may be in fear.”

  45. 46

    “Now where remission of these is, there is no more offering for sin.”

  46. 47

    “let him know that he who turns a sinner from the error of his way will save a soul from death and will cover a multitude of sins.”

  47. 48

    “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”

  48. 49

    “My little children, I write these things to you so that you may not sin. If anyone sins, we have a CounselorGreek παρακλητον: Counselor, Helper, Intercessor, Advocate, and Comforter. with the Father, Jesus Christ, the righteous.”

  49. 50

    “He who sins is of the devil, for the devil has been sinning from the beginning. To this end the Son of God was revealed: that he might destroy the works of the devil.”

For your week

Reflect

Sin is an undeniable part of human experience, yet the Bible provides clear guidance on dealing with it. As we reflect, consider the hope found in God’s willingness to forgive and restore.

Pray

Heavenly Father, thank You for Your grace and mercy. Help us to recognize our sins and seek Your forgiveness. Guide us to live in a way that honors You, embracing the forgiveness You offer through Jesus. Amen.

Apply

This week, set aside time each evening to reflect on your day. Acknowledge any shortcomings and seek God's forgiveness and guidance for tomorrow.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is sin according to the Bible?

Sin is described in the Bible as any action, thought, or behavior that goes against God's commands. Romans 3:23 states, "for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God." Sin separates us from God, affecting our relationship with Him. This separation is addressed through repentance and seeking God's forgiveness, as highlighted throughout scriptures like Leviticus 5:17, which emphasizes the need for atonement.

How do I stop sinning?

While it's challenging to completely stop sinning, the Bible encourages us to strive for a life that honors God. Galatians 5:16 suggests, "walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh." This means relying on the Holy Spirit's guidance and strength to resist sinful desires. Practicing regular prayer, studying the Bible, and surrounding yourself with a supportive faith community can help in this journey.

Does God forgive all sin?

The Bible affirms that God is willing to forgive all sin if we genuinely repent. 1 John 1:9 assures, "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." This promise of forgiveness is rooted in God’s love and mercy, offering a path towards reconciliation with Him. However, it's important to approach God with a sincere heart, seeking true transformation.

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