As sin originated from the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil, it continues to exist within man just like a tree. We can easily gain knowledge of sin from this tree. This sin is rooted in the flesh of man, strengthened like a trunk in his eyes, and has extended its branches through his spirit. However, the fruits of sin are clearly visible in his flesh.
Sin is the very nature of man. The Bible refers to this as the “fallen nature” or “innate nature” of humanity. The body of man cannot be sinless, but that does not mean we must continue to live in sin. We must cleanse ourselves with the blood of Jesus from time to time.
There are three types of roots of sin in the body of man:
1. Bitter Root
The Bible says:
“See to it that no one falls short of the grace of God and that no bitter root grows up to cause trouble and defile many. See that no one is sexually immoral, or is godless like Esau, who for a single meal sold his inheritance rights as the oldest son.”
— Hebrews 12:15–16
It also warns us about the nature and consequences of these bitter roots:
“Make sure there is no man or woman, clan or tribe among you today whose heart turns away from the Lord our God to go and worship the gods of those nations; make sure there is no root among you that produces such bitter poison.”
— Deuteronomy 29:18
2. Entangled Root
“It entwines its roots around a pile of rocks and looks for a place among the stones. But when it is torn from its spot, that place disowns it and says, ‘I never saw you.’”
— Job 8:17–18
This verse describes the second type of root of sin. Here, the rock symbolizes Satan. But our roots must grow toward the living water of the Holy Spirit, just like a tree planted by streams of water. If not, the Bible warns that even the place where we once sat in the church will disown us.
3. Dried-Up Root
“Ephraim is blighted, their root is withered, they yield no fruit…”
— Hosea 9:16
“Therefore, as tongues of fire lick up straw and as dry grass sinks down in the flames, so their roots will decay and their flowers blow away like dust…”
— Isaiah 5:24
These passages speak about the third kind of root.
There is, however, a root that stands in contrast to all these three:
“I am the Root and the Offspring of David, and the bright Morning Star.”
— Revelation 22:16
In this verse, David represents worship.
- When we are mindful of the Church and worship God, our roots will not dry up.
- When we meditate on His Word, our roots will not become entangled among rocks.
- When we are cleansed by the blood of Jesus, the bitterness of our roots will be transformed.
Amen.
Essence from the Bible Study message on 06.08.2025 (Wednesday) by Apostle T. Ramesh Ayya at Satthiyasthalam, Vazhavandthankottai, Trichy.
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