Disobedience - JSS1 Christian Religious Studies Past Questions and Answers - page 1

Disobedience is the act of not following rules, commands, or instructions given by someone in authority. In a religious context, disobedience often refers to not following God's commandments or teachings. 

Sin is any thought, word, or action that goes against God's laws and commandments. Sin is considered morally wrong and separates humans from God. 

After the creation Adam and Eve lived in the Garden of Eden. God satisfied them with everything but commanded them not to eat from the tree of knowledge of good and evil which was in the midst of the garden. They were deceived by the serpent and ate the fruit of the tree.

God cursed them and drove them away from the garden. This is known as the fall of man.

Adam was cursed and told to eat from his sweat. The woman as well was cursed and commanded to conceive and bear children in pain. The serpent was also cursed and commanded to crawl on his belly and eat dust of the earth. God put enmity between the serpent and the woman. Consequences of their sin are death, pain and struggle.

1. Separation from God: Adam and Eve's disobedience led to their separation from God. They were expelled from the Garden of Eden, which symbolized a break in their close relationship with God (Genesis 3:23-24).

2. Introduction of Sin and Death: Their disobedience introduced sin into the world, which brought about the consequence of death. Before their sin, there was no death, but afterward, death became a part of human existence (Genesis 3:19; Romans 5:12).

3. Suffering and Hardship: God pronounced specific curses as a result of their disobedience. For Adam, this meant that he would have to toil and work hard to produce food from the ground, which would now produce thorns and thistles (Genesis 3:17-19). For Eve, it meant increased pain in childbirth and a more challenging relationship with her husband (Genesis 3:16).

4. Loss of Innocence: Adam and Eve became aware of their nakedness and felt shame for the first time. They covered themselves with fig leaves, indicating a loss of innocence and the beginning of guilt and shame in human experience (Genesis 3:7).

Disobedience is the act of refusal or neglect to obey God's word. It is arrogantly doing what God says we shouldn’t do. Disobedience is a Sin.

1. Ignoring God's Commandments: Disobeying God's commandments, such as lying, stealing, and dishonoring parents, are clear examples of persistent disobedience. These actions go against the moral guidelines provided in the Bible (Exodus 20:1-17).

2. Neglecting Prayer and Worship: Failing to pray, attend church, or worship God regularly can be seen as disobedience. These practices are important for maintaining a relationship with God (Hebrews 10:25).

3. Engaging in Immoral Behavior: Participating in behaviors that are considered immoral or sinful, such as cheating, bullying, or substance abuse, reflects a disobedient attitude towards God's teachings on how to live a righteous life (1 Corinthians 6:9-10).