1. REPENTANCE

2. Repentance Literally, “to turn the mind” (change the heart)
Biblical definition in a syllogism 2 Cor. 7:10-11
Major premise: Godly sorrow produces repentance
Minor premise: Godly sorrow produced diligence, clearing of yourselves, indignation, fear, vehement desire, zeal, vindication. In all you proved yourselves to be clear in this matter.
Necessary conclusion: Repentance is diligence, clearing of yourselves, indignation, fear, vehement desire, zeal, vindication

3. Repentance It is contrasted with regret Matthew 27:1-5
It is distinguished from a change of conduct Matthew 3:8, Acts 26:20
It is an attitude obvious to everyone that you have changed you feel about sin
You will do whatever it takes to demonstrate this attitude to others
You will not want others to doubt whether you have changed or not

4. Repentance Is produced by godly sorrow 2 Cor. 7:10
Preceded by humility Romans 2:4, Isaiah 6:1-5
Accompanied by a willingness to submit to God’s will Isaiah 6:8-9
Strong desire to be right and do right 2 Cor. 7:11
Matthew 5:3-6
Necessary for salvation Acts 2:38
to enter the kingdom Luke 13:3, Matt. 18:3
Make a decision to obey God Acts 2:38-41