Repentance

Repentance is the heartfelt turning away from sin and back to God, a change of mind and life. It is the doorway through which God's mercy enters, met always by his welcoming embrace. This theme calls us to honest self-examination and confident trust in God's forgiveness.

• Also known as: Conversion, Metanoia
• Role: Theme of turning back to God
• Key Scripture: Luke 15:7, Acts 3:19, Joel 2:13

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