Repentance Requires a Changed Life

Biblical repentance involves turning to God and producing a life that reflects that change.

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Genuine repentance turns a person toward God and produces a life that reflects that change.

• Repentance involves turning to God rather than merely acknowledging that something was wrong.
• A changed mind concerning sin should lead to a changed direction in life.
• The fruit of repentance can be seen in actions that agree with the decision to turn from sin.
• Change may require time, patience, and continued obedience rather than an expectation of instant maturity.
• Repeated struggles should be met with continued honesty before God rather than using struggle as an excuse to remain unchanged.
• Repentance affects both the heart and the conduct of the believer.

• Turn to God when you recognize sin rather than remaining in the same pattern.
• Let your actions agree with your confession of repentance.
• When you fall again, confess honestly and return to God rather than hiding your failure.
• Be patient with the process of spiritual growth while continuing to pursue obedience.
• Examine whether your daily choices demonstrate the change you profess.
• Put away practices that belong to your former way of life and pursue conduct that agrees with God's Word.