The concept of the dominion of sin refers to the idea that sin has a ruling power over humanity, leading individuals away from God and towards destruction. According to the Bible, sin entered the world through Adam's disobedience, resulting in a fallen state where sin reigns over humanity (Romans 5:12-14, Genesis 3:6). The apostle Paul writes that those who are in the flesh are unable to please God, and are instead slaves to sin, highlighting the dominion of sin over those who do not know Christ (Romans 8:7-8). Through faith in Jesus Christ, however, believers are freed from the dominion of sin and become slaves to righteousness, enabling them to live a life that honors God (Romans 6:14, 17-18).
Thomas Brooks emphasizes that sin's dominion over a person is characterized by its absolute authority and control over the soul, akin to a king ruling over his subjects. He explains that when a person willingly and habitually submits to sin's commands, it indicates that sin reigns in their life. Bro