As we look back on the last month, we are plagued with one image: the shootings in Washington. How can this happen over and over and the person get away every time unseen in the daylight? Then we realize we live in a sin infested world, and should we really be surprised by this? This paper will explore my ideas, beliefs, and look at what the Bible has to say on this subject.
             As last week came to a close, another issue plagued the news again, another shooting has occurred. We watched as they closed down the interstates and elaborate freeways of Washington in search of any leads on a white van. I believe this man has nothing to prove other than he can do it. This is clearly a sin and a crime, and this must be stopped. This crime is not a crime against a certain minority or a random religion, but a crime against humanity.
             CNN quotes, "In the absence of a motive, each can become a focus for conjecture as the public tries to understand the apparently random shootings in the suburbs surrounding the capital." This proposes a very large problem, and that is without a motive, everyone is in danger, and no one is safe. I believe that this is a sin, and with sin comes consequences. Exodus 20:13 says this, "You shall not murder". Also Numbers 35:36 says, "If a man strikes someone with an iron object so that he dies, he is a murderer; the murderer shall be put to death." The Bible clearly states here that murder is a sin, and that there are consequences to your sin. I believe that this man does deserve to be put to death, and that he should be treated as he has treated these other people.
             The other side to this part of this ethical problem is the essence of forgiveness. Romans 5:8, states "But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." We were sinners and he sent his Son to take the penalty of our sins, and
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