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: People who truly desire to be clean are completely honest about their lives. No more secrets. Repentant people face the pain that their sin caused others. They invite the victims of their sin (anyone hurt by their actions) to express the intensity of emotions that they feel—anger, hurt, sorrow, and disappointment. Repentant people do not give excuses or shift blame. 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.