Title: “I’ll Change, I promise” Six Signs of Genuine Repentance – Mark W Gaither
Headings: “I’ll Change, I promise” Six Signs of Genuine Repentance
“I’ll Change, I promise” Six Signs of Genuine Repentance
Is Repentance the Same as Remorse?
What Is Repentance?
What Are Practical Signs of Repentance?

Content: They made the choice to hurt others, and they must take full responsibility for their behavior. Repentant people ask forgiveness from those they hurt. They realize that they can never completely “pay off” the debt they owe their victims. Repentant people don’t pressure others to say, “I forgive you.” Forgiveness is a journey, and the other person needs time to deal with the hurt before they can forgive. All that penitent people can do is admit their indebtedness and humbly request the undeserved gift of forgiveness. Repentant people remain accountable to a small group of mature Christians. They gather a group of friends around themselves who hold them accountable to a plan for clean living. They invite the group to question them about their behaviors. And they follow the group’s recommendations regarding how to avoid temptation.