Episode 24: Outward and Inward Consequences of the First Sin

The first sin had both outward and inward consequences. The outward consequences that man, instead of living in paradise, would now have to mete out his existence in a brutish and difficult manner. The inward consequence is that of concupiscence, our preternatural inclination to sin. Aware of the consequences to look with hope upon our Lord Jesus and His loving mercy.

Yours in Jesus and Mary.

From the book Meditations on Christian Dogma, Volume I by Right Reverend James Bellord, D. D. (Convent of Mercy, 1906, pages 206-209).