Bible dictionary for children
Conscience
Conscience is our inner awareness of right and wrong.
In simple words
What does it mean?
Conscience is our inner awareness of right and wrong. It needs to be taught and listened to carefully; a strong feeling is not always a correct judgment.
Talk about it
Who can help you think carefully when you are unsure what is right?
An example from the Bible
Romans describes people's consciences bearing witness as their thoughts accuse or defend them. Paul is discussing responsibility, not saying everyone always decides correctly.
Read Romans 2:15 ↗A little more to explore
Bible context & readings +
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Related reading: Romans 2:15
in that they show the work of the law written in their hearts, their conscience testifying with them, and their thoughts among themselves accusing or else excusing them)Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.
