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| − | + | Repentance is a sincere realization of past and present wrongs with a promise to no longer continue to commit those wrongs. In the [[Bible]], we are told to that be [[saved]] we need to repent of our [[sin]]s. | |
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| + | Repentence is a sincere realization of past and present wrongs with a promise to no longer continue to commit those wrongs. In the Bible, we are told to that be saved we need to repent of our sins. In some denominations, such as the Eastern Orthodox, this act is only deemed the beginning of repentance. Repentence in such traditions is considered a life-long process of turning away from all sin (sometimes poetically referred to as "the world" or "the flesh") and towards God. | ||
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Revision as of 03:39, 22 June 2007
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Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near. Matthew 3:2
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Synopsis
Repentance is a sincere realization of past and present wrongs with a promise to no longer continue to commit those wrongs. In the Bible, we are told to that be saved we need to repent of our sins.
Contents
See also Easton's Bible Dictionary entry on Repentance
Related topics
Comments, Personal Articles, Studies and Sermons
Repentance (discussion) (For short comments and opinions)
For related quotations see Repentance (quotes)
Main article
Repentence is a sincere realization of past and present wrongs with a promise to no longer continue to commit those wrongs. In the Bible, we are told to that be saved we need to repent of our sins. In some denominations, such as the Eastern Orthodox, this act is only deemed the beginning of repentance. Repentence in such traditions is considered a life-long process of turning away from all sin (sometimes poetically referred to as "the world" or "the flesh") and towards God.
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