Repentance was the hallmark of the early apostles’ preaching and exhortation to people- Jews and Gentiles alike (Acts 2:38, 20:21). Even the last of the Old Testament prophets, John the Baptist, preached repentance through his brief yet remarkable ministry (Matthew 3:1-2). Much to the dismay and apathy of the Pharisees and temple priest, Jesus himself preached as well as exhorted people to repent. Again, when Jesus sent out His twelve and later seventy disciples, He instructed them to admonish everyone to repent (Mark 6:12). And that repentance and remission of sins should be preached in his name among all nations, beginning at Jerusalem (Luke 24:47). Repentance therefore is necessary and importance. It is not be taken lightly, especially by those who need God’s offer of free salvation.
Posted on: Tue, 03 Sep 2013 11:12:39 +0000
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