"…that God may open a door (Col. 4:3)"
"Repentance" Tagged Sermons
In it’s original meaning, the Greek word for repentance (metanoia) means to “change one’s mind.” It is the decision to do differently, not the state of being “sorry,” as is so often the case when someone is caught doing something wrong. In this lesson, Mike explores the truth of repentance, and details the difference between Godly sorrow and worldly sorrow.
A person’s final words are often a glimpse deep into the heart. For example, as Jesus hung on the cross, preparing to die, people insulted him. The Scripture says, “When they hurled their insults at Him, He did not retaliate; when He suffered He made no threats (1 Peter 2:23 NIV).” Instead, Jesus asked his Father to forgive his persecutors.