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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 Do I Overcome Racist Thoughts and Feelings?

  • by United Church of God
Overcoming racist thoughts and feelings requires a change of mind and seeing all people as God sees them—as made in His image, with the same glorious future potential of eternal life.
A person sitting a hill with a red sky.

How Do I Truly Know If God Is Calling Me?

  • by United Church of God
Jesus made it clear that no one can come to Him unless God the Father draws him (John 6:44; John 6:65). And the apostle James later told us that as we draw near to God, He will draw near to us (James 4:8). The apostle Paul pointed out that we are called by the gospel—the good news of the Kingdom of God (2 Thessalonians 2:14).
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A green road sign with the words "Turning Point: Just Ahead".

Turning Points

  • by Scott Ashley
Our hope is that all nations might experience some kind of positive turning point and not experience the continuing, escalating problems we have brought on ourselves due to turning from God.
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A person wearing yellow dish gloves and washing a sink full of dirty dishes.

The Cup and the Dish

  • by John LaBissoniere
Washing dishes either by hand or with a dishwasher is a routine chore. Even Jesus Christ used washing dishes as a metaphor when speaking to religious teachers of His day about their need for spiritual cleanliness. Discover how His vital words apply to us all.
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A framed old American flag hanging on a museum wall.

Will America Be Great Again?

  • by Darris McNeely
We are in a grave moment in the world. Something is happening in America; people are worried the nation is nearing the point of no return. What is happening, and what does it mean? And what can you do?
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Are You Putting Off Your Salvation?

  • by John Ross Schroeder
Even though they’ve come to understand the truth of God, many put off baptism for years. But is that really acceptable to God? Should you delay your baptism?
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Time for a Change!

  • by Scott Ashley
Are you telling yourself that everything is okay in your relationship with God and that you’re all He expects you to be? Or maybe you need to realize it’s time for a change!

When Terror Strikes: Where Is God?

  • by Victor Kubik
In Paris and San Bernardino, people were going about their everyday lives. Little did they know that within a matter of minutes, dozens would be killed or maimed in vicious terrorist attacks. What do we need to learn from these horrific events?
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How do I receive the Holy Spirit at baptism?

  • by United Church of God
The apostle Peter summed it up in Acts 2:38: “Repent, and let every one of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.”
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A young man with his head down.

How Can I Overcome Sin?

  • by United Church of God
Everyone has sinned. How can you overcome your sins and find forgiveness?
Qui sont « les appelés, les élus et les fidèles » ?

Who Are God's True Followers?

  • by United Church of God
Millions of people claim to be Christian—followers of Jesus Christ. Yet their beliefs, practices and lifestyles differ greatly. Jesus said His true followers are "called, chosen and faithful." How can we discern who His true disciples are?
Une croissance vers la maturité spirituelle

Growing to Spiritual Maturity

  • by United Church of God
Many people believe God will accept them just as they are. But Scripture nowhere supports this idea. God expects His true followers to grow, mature and bear fruit. What kind of fruit does God expect? And how do we produce 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?