Repent!

Matthew 4:17From that time on Jesus began to preach, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.” Mark 1:14-1514 After John was put in prison, Jesus went into Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God.15 “The time has come,” he said. “The kingdom of God has come near. Repent and believe the good news!” Act 2:3838 Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. Repentance is the first step to enter the kingdom of GodWhat does it mean to repent? Regret vs. Remorse vs.Repentance Godly sorrow leads to repentance (2 Corinthians 7:10) Three Stages of Repentance1.     Mind/Thought (Romans 12:2)2.   Words of Confession (I John 1:9)3.   Deeds of Repentance (Luke 3:8)  Three Attitudes of Repentance1.     Be serious2.     Be specific3.     Be sensible