Tuwana Bowles
Discussion Thread
CCOU 304
According to Kellen (2022), sin may be classified into three types: personal, volitional sin, sin
committed by others against oneself, and creation's brokenness. The term "personal, volitional
sin" describes the deliberate decisions one makes and takes ownership of those decisions. As we
become more and more like followers of Christ, we study God's word and use it to guide us as
we go through life, frequently avoiding sin. In Psalm 119:11 King David says it best, “Thy word
have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee.” (Bible gateway passage: Psalm
119:11 - king james version) Those who are unaware of Christ continue to intentionally and
actively sin.
In any case, a counselor must recognize this transgression to assist in defining and highlighting
immoral actions. Identifying the sin of others against oneself is also crucial. Making a sinful
decision has an impact on the individual, but it also highlights the consequences of sin.
Intentional sin can have negative consequences for others. Kellen (2022) suggests that this can
lead to abuse, violence, and conflict. Counselors must grasp the church's history and lack of
trauma awareness to better understand the psychological pain caused by these sins (Scarsella &
Krehbiel, 2019).
The final sin to consider is the brokenness of creation. A counselor who knows this sin can help
others recognize it in their bodies. Determining the precise functions of sin aids in creating a
more effective action plan for comprehending and resolving potential counseling issues for
clients. In Proverbs 1:5, it speaks about the importance of counsel, “let the wise listen and add to
their learning, and let the discerning get guidance—” (Bible gateway passage: Proverbs 1:5 -
new international version)
