Repent!
As we study the process of regeneration (born-again) in Christ, today we will focus on the first step, repentance.
Petra Church International Ministries · Pastor Christian Kim
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Show Notes
Matthew 4:17
From that time on Jesus began to preach, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.”
Mark 1:14-15
14 After John was put in prison, Jesus went into Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God.15 “The time has come,” he said. “The kingdom of God has come near. Repent and believe the good news!”
Act 2:38
38 Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.
Repentance is the first step to enter the kingdom of God
What does it mean to repent?
Regret vs. Remorse vs.Repentance
Godly sorrow leads to repentance (2 Corinthians 7:10)
Three Stages of Repentance
1. Mind/Thought (Romans 12:2)
2. Words of Confession (I John 1:9)
3. Deeds of Repentance (Luke 3:8)
Three Attitudes of Repentance
1. Be serious
2. Be specific
3. Be sensible