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DEFINITION: What is "Repentance"?
Repentance involves a change in the way one thinks and acts.
It is not mere remorse or being "sorry" about something. It
begins with a change in one's perspective of reality - one's views
about God, Jesus and self. It results in a change in one's views
about right and wrong, and because of that, a change in lifestyle and conduct.
Repentance influences all of one's life, either directly or
indirectly. As a result, there will be changes in one's actions, as
well as changes in the motives and attitudes behind those actions.
Repentance begins as the first step toward salvation. (It is
inseparably linked with belief in the truth that is revealed in the
Bible.) It continues throughout life, as the ongoing attitude of
the follower of Jesus. (A genuine disciple - follower - of Jesus will be
characterized by a desire to turn away from sin and toward righteousness.)
There is no such thing as genuine faith without repentance. If the
truth is truly believed, it will result in changes in one's life.
A Collection of Articles on
the Topic of REPENTANCE |
This includes: 1) An outline that contains all the
New Testament verses that use the word "repentance"; 2) Repentance
vs. remorse; 3) Repentance vs. sorrow; 4) A few comments about
repentance in the Old Testament; and 5) The relationship between
"repentance" and other terms that are used to describe
various aspects of salvation. |
Group of Articles |
A Few Comments About Freedom
and Repentance |
We cannot have genuine freedom without
repentance. Any other definition of "freedom" is but
slavery in disguise.
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A Few Comments About Sin and Repentance |
When we understand that sin is more than simply
doing "bad things," it will influence our concept of repentance.
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Two Apostles Who Failed -
"Repentance" vs. "Remorse" |
This article is found under the topic of
"Temporary Disciples and Counterfeits." It shows the
difference between a "fake" (Judas) and genuine disciple
(Peter). Both failed, at a major point in their lives; but they
responded to their failures in radically different ways: Peter
repented, whereas Judas only had remorse.
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The Bible says...
God ... commands all people everywhere to repent. (Acts 17:30b)
Why hasn't Jesus returned to judge the world, yet?
The Lord ... is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.
(2 Peter 3:9)
* Don't throw away your opportunity to repent! *
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