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NASB | Matthew 3:8 "Therefore bear fruit in keeping with repentance; |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Matthew 3:8 "So produce fruit that is consistent with repentance [demonstrating new behavior that proves a change of heart, and a conscious decision to turn away from sin]; |
Bible Question:
How far does repentance go? How active is repentance is it saying sorry and meaning it and moving into Godly living, or is it possible to say it and keep staying in a sinful situation becuase life would be much easier to live? This may seem like a weak question, but I have real pause to wonder what others think about this important issue as of late. blessings abound, bowler |
Bible Answer: Read 2 Cor 7:8-11, I do not believe that it's simply saying "sorry" and moving on. Repentance is to stop a current direction to turn around and face God. This can only be accomplished by His grace ( 2 Tim 2:25 ) He alone can lead us from darkness to Light ( Rom 2:4 ). "Sorry" will never cut it, that's the worlds apology or better yet; Excuse for sin. Jayell |