Where is the passage that is normally called the unpardonable sin found?
Scripture locates the passage commonly called the unpardonable sin in Matthew chapter 12, beginning with verse 31. The context introduces a few verses that have raised many questions and are normally identified by that label. The term unpardonable means the sin brings doom, underscoring the passage’s seriousness.
Les explains that in Matthew chapter 12, beginning with verse 31, there are a few verses that have raised many questions. He notes this is what people normally call the unpardonable sin. He points out that when something is unpardonable, it means it is going to doom you. He also encourages students to question any portion of Scripture from their own point of view, and he uses this passage as an example of a section that used to bother him.
Wherefore I say unto you, All manner of sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven unto men: but the blasphemy against the Holy Ghost shall not be forgiven unto men.