Titles and Names of the Wicked: People Loaded With Iniquity
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In the Holy Scriptures, various titles and names are ascribed to those who are characterized by wickedness and iniquity. These designations serve to highlight the moral and spiritual corruption that defines such individuals, offering a stark contrast to the righteousness that God desires from His people. The Bible provides numerous examples and descriptions of those who are "loaded with iniquity," emphasizing the severity of their condition and the consequences of their actions.

1. Workers of Iniquity: This term is frequently used in the Psalms to describe those who actively engage in sinful behavior. Psalm 5:5 states, "The boastful cannot stand in Your presence; You hate all workers of iniquity." Here, the term underscores the deliberate and habitual nature of their sinfulness, as well as God's disdain for such actions.

2. Children of Disobedience: In the New Testament, the Apostle Paul uses this phrase to describe those who live in rebellion against God's commandments. Ephesians 2:2 refers to them as those "in which you used to walk when you conformed to the ways of this world and of the ruler of the power of the air, the spirit who is now at work in the sons of disobedience." This title highlights their spiritual lineage and alignment with the forces opposed to God.

3. Vessels of Wrath: In Romans 9:22 , Paul speaks of "vessels of wrath prepared for destruction." This metaphor illustrates the idea that those who persist in wickedness are destined for divine judgment. It conveys the notion that their lives are filled with actions that provoke God's righteous anger.

4. Sons of Belial: The term "Belial" is used in the Old Testament to denote worthlessness and lawlessness. In 1 Samuel 2:12 , the sons of Eli are described as "worthless men; they did not know the LORD." This title is indicative of their moral depravity and rejection of God's authority.

5. Ungodly: The ungodly are those who live without regard for God or His laws. Psalm 1:4 contrasts the righteous with the ungodly, stating, "Not so the wicked! For they are like chaff driven off by the wind." This imagery portrays the instability and ultimate futility of a life lived in opposition to God.

6. Reprobate Mind: In Romans 1:28 , Paul describes those who have been given over to a "reprobate mind" due to their persistent rejection of God. This term signifies a mind that is morally corrupt and incapable of discerning right from wrong, leading to a life filled with iniquity.

7. Enemies of the Cross of Christ: Philippians 3:18 warns of those who are "enemies of the cross of Christ." This title is reserved for those who oppose the message and work of Jesus, living in a manner that contradicts the sacrificial love and redemption offered through the cross.

8. Fools: In biblical literature, the term "fool" often denotes someone who is morally deficient and dismissive of God's wisdom. Proverbs 1:7 declares, "The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline." This title emphasizes the spiritual blindness and folly of those who reject divine instruction.

These titles and names serve as a sobering reminder of the reality and consequences of living a life marked by iniquity. They reflect the biblical worldview that emphasizes the holiness of God and the call for His people to live in righteousness and obedience.
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Isaiah 1:4
Ah sinful nation, a people laden with iniquity, a seed of evildoers, children that are corrupters: they have forsaken the LORD, they have provoked the Holy One of Israel to anger, they are gone away backward.
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