Repentance

"For godly sorrow produces repentance leading to salvation" (2 Corinthians 7:10).

Through the sacrifice of the Son of God, Christians have the ability to turn from and be forgiven of the sins which separate them from their Creator. Find out how and why it's necessary below.

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How Can We Obey God's Commandments?

What is the nature and purpose of God's Ten Commandments?
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What Was Jesus' Gospel?

Do we really know the real Jesus? Do we really know what He is doing? Are we really preparing ourselves to be accepted and rewarded by Him when He establishes His Kingdom? And what is that Kingdom all about?
The Watchman's Mission
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The Watchman's Mission

Sin exacts a terrible price, whether on a nation or an individual. We're seeing that played out before our eyes.
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What Is the Unpardonable Sin? What Sin Won’t God Forgive?

Some worry they have committed an unpardonable sin. Jesus Christ's perfect sacrifice can cover any sin, so what could make a sin so bad God wouldn't forgive it.
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What was Job's sin?

God said Job was blameless, and Job's friends accused him of sins he hadn't committed. So why did he have to repent in the end? What can we learn from Job's example?
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The Gospel of Jesus Christ: Salvation in the Kingdom

Eternal life in the Kingdom of God was made possible by Jesus Christ's sacrifice.
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How is the Kingdom of God "at Hand"?

Jesus Christ's message was that people should repent, believe the good news that He brought and put that message into action, changing their lives to reflect their belief and commitment.
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The Power of "I'm Sorry"

Sermon on Saturday, January 1, 2011 in Kennewick, Washington We all do damage with our words. If dealt with early on, we can heal the hurt we've caused. This sermon goes over the art of apology and touches on the…
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A Tiny Speck of Wood

Our first reaction when faced with a glaring sin in our lives is often to ignore it and wish it would go away on its own. What happens though when we refuse to face it directly, deal with it and...
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When Will Suffering Cease?

God has a great purpose and plan that extends beyond this life.
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How Good Can Come From Suffering

We will all suffer at some time. While it is never pleasant, both history and the Bible show that suffering can, in the end, produce good.
O Fim do ‘Presente Século Mau’
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The End of 'This Present Evil Age'

Many Bible prophecies deal with the time that appears to lie immediately before us—the end of the age of the rule of Satan the devil over the world.
Deus Confirma Sua Credibilidade ao Mundo
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God Confirms His Credibility to the World

Can we believe Bible prophecy? Through the examples of the kingdoms of Israel and Judah, God gave unmistakable proof that His prophecies are sure.
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How Eternal Life Will Ultimately Be Offered to All

What happens to those who, simply because of when and where they were born, never had an opportunity to hear of Jesus Christ and God's Word? Are they doomed to eternal torment? What exactly does the Bible teach about hell?
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Can You Earn Salvation?

Is salvation something to be earned? Can it be lost?
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What If You've Made a Mistake?

When it comes to sex, people make mistakes—both premarital and extramarital. The biblical way to cleanse one's conscience is to repent—that is, stop breaking God's law.
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What is "a sin not unto death" (King James Version)?

What did the apostle John mean by a sin not leading to death in 1 John 5:16-17 (New King James Version)?
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What Does the Bible Say About Law and Grace?

Are God's law and His grace really contradictory, as many seem to think? Or do they work together?
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What Is Repentance?

Why does the Bible say we should repent before being baptized?
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Is Salvation Unconditional?

If salvation is unconditional, why does the Bible list Christian obligations and why would we need to obey God's commands? Is the process of salvation a one-time event?
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