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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Some of the Freedoms God Offers Us

Consider the many wonderful freedoms God offers us:
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The Spread of Freedom: Foretaste for the Entire World?

In recent months we've witnessed a trend away from oppression and toward freedom in some countries. Encouraging though this is, it doesn't compare with what God has in store for the entire world!
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What Does It Mean to Be Redeemed?

Redemption is rightly bound up with the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. How should we understand the scope of its meaning?
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Although I have known Christ all my life, there have been more times away from His presence than in it. Recently I have come back into the fold and the struggle is immense. I would really be happy if there is anything you can send me or tell me about.

Because of my errant ways I don't have a lot of money, but I will gladly pay for anything that can help me.
What Is a True Christian?
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What Is a True Christian?

What does it take to be a Christian? According to the Bible, there is much more to being a true follower of Jesus Christ than most people realize. How does God's Word define a true Christian?
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What Is Repentance?

Human beings have to repent before receiving God's gift of the Holy Spirit.
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The Story of Jesus Christ: Why Can't They Get It Right?

The movie The Passion of the Christ has raised many questions about Jesus of Nazareth and His sacrifice. Yet one of the most important questions is also one of the most basic: Why can't they get it right?
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How Do You Recover From a Costly Mistake?

When a broken bone heals, the body creates an area of increased density and strength at the site of the break. Godly repentance from sexual sins can strengthen your life.
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Had a Mental Checkup Lately?

Just as with our annual physical check -ups, each year on the Days of Unleavened Bread and Passover, we should take extra measures to examine ourselves. This is our annual spritual "check-up."
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Treasure Digest: Mardi Gras and Lent: How Not to Deal With Sin

The popular notion of how to deal with the bad things we do (sin) is reflected in the way many people observe Mardi Gras and Lent.
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How Do You Recover From a Costly Mistake?

When a broken bone heals, the body creates an area of increased density and strength at the site of the break. Godly repentance from sexual sins can strengthen your life.
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Luke Is Dead, but Never Forgotten

God calls people of all backgrounds, and sometimes the results of sins of the past bear a high price. "Luke" wanted me to share his story with you.
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Predestination: Are You Just a Pawn?

Is every detail of your life already mapped out in advance? Are you just a preprogrammed figure in a cosmic game of chess, being moved from square to square by irresistible destiny? The truth may surprise you.
Do You Know Why Christ Died?
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Do You Know Why Christ Died?

Christians generally agree that Jesus Christ died for their sins. But how many really understand the significance of that sacrifice?
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Are You Pulling Your Own Hair?

Do we often overreact to situations without looking within? How can we better cope with offenses in life? Watching our newborn gave us food for thought about how adults react, and how we can better handle hurts and offense ourselves.
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One Year After Sept. 11: What Have We Learned?

A year after suicide hijackers killed almost 3,000 men, women and children in attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, what have we learned?
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What Do You Know And What Will You Do About It

While America slept, the nation was caught unprepared for the Sept. 11 attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon. Some have questioned how much advance information the government had—and whether that could have prevented the attacks. But a larger...
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The Transforming Power of Forgiveness

Jesus preached forgiveness upon repentance. If sexual sin has been a problem in anybody's life, if they truly repent and turn their ways around, they will be forgiven.
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The Penalty for Unrepentant Sinners

What does the Bible teach will happen to those who refuse to repent and turn to God?
A man sitting on the edge of mountain cliff thinking.
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What Is Salvation?

Millions of professing Christians believe they are “saved.” But from what are they saved? How and when does salvation take place? Let’s cut through the confusion and understand the truth.
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