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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Who Killed Jesus Christ?

Why does anyone commit the ultimate act of violence against another human being? What have been the consequences of one of history's most unjust killings?
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"Sometimes You Have to Break the Rules"?

Deep down inside everyone likes to break rules. But is doing so really in our best interest?
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What encouragement does the Bible offer to those infected with AIDS in this life who are repentant and honestly want to "go and sin no more?"

Do they have hope in this life?
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Repentance Is for Christians

"Have you repented of your sins and accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Savior?" Most will immediately recognize these words as part of our baptismal ceremony. Repentance is an essential prerequisite to becoming a Christian. But what do all the...
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Are Our Children Called?

Are children called? What does the Bible say about tithing? Find out the truth below!
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In Brief...World News Review - Pope Offers Shortcut to Salvation

Pope John Paul II has announced that throughout the millennium celebration, those who do charitable deeds, or give up cigarettes or alcohol for one day can earn "indulgence" that will eliminate time in purgatory.
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Adultery: No Longer Shameful?

What does habitual and rampant adultery tell us about a person and a nation?
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Lessons From the Titanic

Titanic's tragic saga has been told and retold over the decades since her sinking; her story stirs the imagination to this day. But far less known are the details of how Titanic ignored the increasing signs of danger as she...
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Does God Hate Sinners?

Sin is humanity's most dangerous and deceitful enemy. God obviously hates sin, but how does He view the sinner?
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Is Everyone Being Judged Now?

Not everybody is being called to salvation and eternal life during their fleshly life on earth.
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Behind the Headlines... Israel: Small but Significant

"This is Jerusalem; I have set her in the center of the nations, with countries all around her"- (Ezekiel 5:5, New Revised Standard Version).
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What Is True Sincerity?

What is true sincerity? Do you have it? Do you need it?
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How To Overcome Sin

You need to understand this vital biblical formula for overcoming sin.
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Develop Your Spiritual Senses

Many want to avoid sin but don't know where to begin. By understanding the process of how sin occurs, you can better avoid it in your life.
Road and blue sky - What Does God Require for Eternal Life?
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What Does God Require for Eternal Life?

God promises eternal life to all who believe in and accept Jesus Christ as their Savior. But do we have any responsibility beyond believing?
Hands holding water over more water - Understanding God's Word... What the Bible
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Understanding God's Word: What the Bible Says About Baptism

Is baptism merely an archaic symbol, or does it hold a deep meaning for the modern Christian?
A glass of wine beside flat unleavened bread.
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The Passover Bread and Wine: The Meaning of the Passover Symbols

The significance of the bread and wine commanded by Jesus Christ.
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What Is Repentance?

Would you like to hear a little good news for a change? How about this: Every mistake you ever made, every wrong thing you ever did, will be forgotten—never again remembered. It is possible! But there's a condition. First, you...
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If I Knew Then What I Know Now

Some things, like a written letter or a computer-generated document, are easy to cancel and start over. If only everything in life were as simple to fix as tearing up a sheet of paper or tapping the delete key on...
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Who Delivers Us From Sin?

What should be the focus of the Passover and Days of Unleavened Bread?
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