True repentance (metanoia) is a radical change of mind and direction — not just regret. Acts 3:19 and Luke 3:8: if your life is unchanged after 'repenting,' you haven't truly repented.
We confuse the discomfort of regret with the reality of repentance. Biblical repentance — metanoia — is a radical change of mind that produces a total change of direction.
Acts 3:19 KJV“The Lord by wisdom hath founded the earth; by understanding hath he established the heavens.”
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Luke 3:8 KJV“Let them curse it that curse the day, who are ready to raise up their mourning.”
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Read the full teaching with scripture quotes in your chosen translation at https://www.thelivingsword.org/sound-doctrine/true-repentance
All 24 sound doctrine essays: Sound Doctrine — The Living Sword