What does Scripture say about Sins of the Father? There are various Bible verses that reference the topic of "sins of the father." The theme of this phrase and topic mainly relates to whether we are guilty or responsible for the sins of our family, parents, or children. While the Bible does say in Deuteronomy 24:16 that "Fathers shall not be put to death because of their children, nor shall children be put to death because of their fathers," there are generational consequences of our sin that affect those close to us. Although we are not responsible for the sins of our fathers (parents) or children we must ensure we are not influenced by them to sin likewise and learn from their mistakes.
To learn more about "sins of the father", read our Bible study article on this topic: What are Sins of the Father? Understanding Generational Consequences
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