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Repentance is often understood as a heartfelt sorrow for sin, accompanied by a sincere commitment to change one's behavior and seek forgiveness from God. Reform, on the other hand, refers to the actual process of changing one's actions and lifestyle to reflect this repentance.<br><br><b>Biblical Foundation</b><br><br>The concept of repentance is deeply rooted in both the Old and New Testaments. In the Hebrew Scriptures, the Hebrew word "shuv" is frequently used, meaning "to turn" or "to return," indicating a turning back to God. The prophets consistently called the people of Israel to repentance, urging them to abandon their sinful ways and return to the covenant relationship with God. For instance, in <a href="/ezekiel/18-30.htm">Ezekiel 18:30-31</a> , God calls His people to repentance: "Therefore, house of Israel, I will judge each of you according to your ways, declares the Lord GOD. Repent and turn from all your offenses, so that sin will not be your downfall. Cast away from yourselves all the offenses you have committed, and fashion for yourselves a new heart and a new spirit."<br><br>In the New Testament, the Greek word "metanoia" is used, which means a change of mind or heart. John the Baptist and Jesus Christ both began their ministries with a call to repentance. In <a href="/matthew/3-2.htm">Matthew 3:2</a> , John the Baptist proclaims, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near." Similarly, Jesus emphasizes the necessity of repentance in <a href="/mark/1-15.htm">Mark 1:15</a> : "The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is near. Repent and believe in the gospel!"<br><br><b>Theological Significance</b><br><br>Repentance is not merely an emotional response but involves a conscious decision to turn away from sin and toward God. It is an acknowledgment of one's sinfulness and a recognition of the need for God's grace and mercy. True repentance leads to a change in behavior, as evidenced by the fruits of the Spirit. In <a href="/acts/26-20.htm">Acts 26:20</a> , Paul speaks of the evidence of repentance: "First to those in Damascus and Jerusalem, then to everyone in the region of Judea, and then to the Gentiles, I declared that they should repent and turn to God, performing deeds worthy of their repentance."<br><br>Reform is the outward manifestation of an inward change. It involves a reformation of one's life, aligning actions with the teachings of Scripture. This transformation is empowered by the Holy Spirit, who enables believers to live in accordance with God's will. <a href="/romans/12-2.htm">Romans 12:2</a> exhorts believers to be transformed: "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to discern what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God."<br><br><b>Practical Application</b><br><br>Repentance and reform are ongoing processes in the life of a believer. They require continual self-examination, confession of sin, and reliance on God's grace. The practice of repentance is essential for maintaining a healthy relationship with God and growing in spiritual maturity. <a href="/james/4-8.htm">James 4:8-10</a> encourages believers to draw near to God through repentance: "Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded. Grieve, mourn, and weep. Turn your laughter to mourning, and your joy to gloom. Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will exalt you."<br><br>In summary, repentance and reform are vital components of the Christian life, calling believers to turn from sin and pursue holiness through the power of the Holy Spirit. These concepts underscore the transformative nature of the gospel and the believer's ongoing journey toward Christlikeness.</div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/r/repentance.htm">Repentance</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance_by_the_operation_of_the_holy_spirit.htm">Repentance by the Operation of the Holy Spirit</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance_by_the_preaching_of_haggai.htm">Repentance by the Preaching of Haggai</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance_by_the_preaching_of_oded.htm">Repentance by the Preaching of Oded</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance_in_asking_for_a_king.htm">Repentance in Asking for a King</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance_in_the_time_of_asa,_by_the_preaching_of_azariah.htm">Repentance in the Time of Asa, by the Preaching of Azariah</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance_of_their_idolatry,_when_afflicted_by_the_philistines.htm">Repentance of Their Idolatry, when Afflicted by the Philistines</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance_of_worshiping_the_golden_calf.htm">Repentance of Worshiping the Golden Calf</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--achan,_because_of_his_theft.htm">Repentance: Achan, Because of his Theft</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--after_hearing_the_law_expounded_by_ezra.htm">Repentance: After Hearing the Law Expounded by Ezra</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--ahab,_when_reproved_by_elijah_for_ahab's_idolatry.htm">Repentance: Ahab, when Reproved by Elijah for Ahab's Idolatry</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--at_the_dedication_of_the_second_temple.htm">Repentance: At the Dedication of the Second Temple</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--attributed_to_god.htm">Repentance: Attributed to God</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--balaam,_of_his_spiritual_blindness.htm">Repentance: Balaam, of his Spiritual Blindness</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--because_of_their_idolatrous_marriages.htm">Repentance: Because of Their Idolatrous Marriages</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--because_of_their_oppressive_usury.htm">Repentance: Because of Their Oppressive Usury</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--called_repentance_to_life.htm">Repentance: Called Repentance to Life</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--called_repentance_to_salvation.htm">Repentance: Called Repentance to Salvation</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--christ_came_to_call_sinners_to.htm">Repentance: Christ Came to Call Sinners To</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--christ_exalted_to_give.htm">Repentance: Christ Exalted to Give</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--commanded_by_christ.htm">Repentance: Commanded by Christ</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--commanded_to_all_by_god.htm">Repentance: Commanded to all by God</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--condition_of_god's_favor.htm">Repentance: Condition of God's Favor</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--conviction_of_sin_necessary_to.htm">Repentance: Conviction of Sin Necessary To</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--danger_of_neglecting.htm">Repentance: Danger of Neglecting</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--david,_at_the_rebuke_of_nathan,_for_his_sins_of_adultery_and_murder.htm">Repentance: David, at the Rebuke of Nathan, for his Sins of Adultery and Murder</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--denied_to_apostates.htm">Repentance: Denied to Apostates</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--exemplified.htm">Repentance: Exemplified</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--exhortation_to.htm">Repentance: Exhortation To</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--exhortations_to.htm">Repentance: Exhortations To</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--false--ahab.htm">Repentance: False: Ahab</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--false--judas.htm">Repentance: False: Judas</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--false--saul.htm">Repentance: False: Saul</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--given_by_god.htm">Repentance: Given by God</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--hezekiah,_at_the_time_of_his_sickness.htm">Repentance: Hezekiah, at the Time of his Sickness</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--illustrated.htm">Repentance: Illustrated</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--illustrated--paul.htm">Repentance: Illustrated: Paul</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--illustrated--the_prodigal_son.htm">Repentance: Illustrated: The Prodigal Son</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--illustrated--the_repentant_son.htm">Repentance: Illustrated: The Repentant Son</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--jehoahaz.htm">Repentance: Jehoahaz</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--jonah,_after_his_punishment.htm">Repentance: Jonah, After his Punishment</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--joseph's_brothers,_of_their_maltreatment_of_joseph.htm">Repentance: Joseph's Brothers, of Their Maltreatment of Joseph</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--josiah,_when_he_heard_the_law_of_god_which_had_been_discovered_in_the_temple_by_hilkiah.htm">Repentance: Josiah, when he Heard the Law of God Which had been Discovered in the Temple by Hilkiah</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--judas.htm">Repentance: Judas</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--manasseh,_when_he_was_carried_away_captive_to_babylon_by_the_king_of_assyria.htm">Repentance: Manasseh, when he Was Carried Away Captive to Babylon by the King of Assyria</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--ministers_should_rejoice_over_their_people_on_their.htm">Repentance: Ministers should Rejoice Over Their People on Their</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--necessary_to_the_pardon_of_sin.htm">Repentance: Necessary to the Pardon of Sin</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--neglect_of,_followed_by_swift_judgment.htm">Repentance: Neglect of, Followed by Swift Judgment</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--not_to_be_repented_of.htm">Repentance: Not to be Repented of</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--peter,_because_of_his_denial_of_jesus.htm">Repentance: Peter, Because of his Denial of Jesus</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--pharaoh,_of_his_hardness_of_heart.htm">Repentance: Pharaoh, of his Hardness of Heart</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--preached_by_christ.htm">Repentance: Preached by Christ</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--preached_by_john_the_baptist.htm">Repentance: Preached by John the Baptist</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--preached_by_the_apostles.htm">Repentance: Preached by the Apostles</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--preached_in_the_name_of_christ.htm">Repentance: Preached in the Name of Christ</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--rehoboam,_when_his_kingdom_was_invaded,_and_jerusalem_was_besieged.htm">Repentance: Rehoboam, when his Kingdom Was Invaded, and Jerusalem Was Besieged</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--repentance_of_their_complaining_because_of_lack_of_bread_and_water.htm">Repentance: Repentance of Their Complaining Because of Lack of Bread and Water</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--saul,_at_the_rebuke_of_samuel_for_not_destroying_the_amalekites.htm">Repentance: Saul, at the Rebuke of Samuel for not Destroying the Amalekites</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--should_be_accompanied_by_confession.htm">Repentance: should be Accompanied by Confession</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--should_be_accompanied_by_conversion.htm">Repentance: should be Accompanied by Conversion</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--should_be_accompanied_by_faith.htm">Repentance: should be Accompanied by Faith</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--should_be_accompanied_by_greater_zeal_in_the_path_of_duty.htm">Repentance: should be Accompanied by Greater Zeal in the Path of Duty</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--should_be_accompanied_by_humility.htm">Repentance: should be Accompanied by Humility</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--should_be_accompanied_by_prayer.htm">Repentance: should be Accompanied by Prayer</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--should_be_accompanied_by_self-abhorrence.htm">Repentance: should be Accompanied by Self-Abhorrence</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--should_be_accompanied_by_shame_and_confusion.htm">Repentance: should be Accompanied by Shame and Confusion</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--should_be_accompanied_by_turning_from_idolatry.htm">Repentance: should be Accompanied by Turning from Idolatry</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--should_be_accompanied_by_turning_from_sin.htm">Repentance: should be Accompanied by Turning from Sin</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--should_be_evidenced_by_fruits.htm">Repentance: should be Evidenced by Fruits</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--the_burden_of_the_preaching_of_jesus.htm">Repentance: The Burden of the Preaching of Jesus</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--the_burden_of_the_preaching_of_john_the_baptist.htm">Repentance: The Burden of the Preaching of John the Baptist</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--the_disobedient_son.htm">Repentance: The Disobedient Son</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--the_ephesians,_by_the_preaching_of_paul.htm">Repentance: The Ephesians, by the Preaching of Paul</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--the_jews,_by_the_preaching_of_john_the_baptist.htm">Repentance: The Jews, by the Preaching of John the Baptist</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--the_ninevites,_by_the_preaching_of_jonah.htm">Repentance: The Ninevites, by the Preaching of Jonah</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--the_present_time_the_season_for.htm">Repentance: The Present Time the Season For</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--the_prodigal_son.htm">Repentance: The Prodigal Son</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--the_wicked--averse_to.htm">Repentance: The Wicked: Averse To</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--the_wicked--condemned_for_neglecting.htm">Repentance: The Wicked: Condemned for Neglecting</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--the_wicked--neglect_the_time_given_for.htm">Repentance: The Wicked: Neglect the Time Given For</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--the_wicked--not_led_to_by_the_judgments_of_god.htm">Repentance: The Wicked: Not Led to by the Judgments of God</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--the_wicked--not_led_to,_by_miraculous_interference.htm">Repentance: The Wicked: Not Led To, by Miraculous Interference</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--the_woman_who_anointed_jesus_with_oil.htm">Repentance: The Woman Who Anointed Jesus With Oil</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--there_is_joy_in_heaven_over_one_sinner_brought_to.htm">Repentance: There is Joy in Heaven Over One Sinner Brought To</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--true--corinthians.htm">Repentance: True: Corinthians</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--true--david.htm">Repentance: True: David</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--true--israelites.htm">Repentance: True: Israelites</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--true--job.htm">Repentance: True: Job</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--true--manasseh.htm">Repentance: True: Manasseh</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--true--nineveh.htm">Repentance: True: Nineveh</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--true--peter.htm">Repentance: True: Peter</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--true--thief_on_the_cross.htm">Repentance: True: Thief on the Cross</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--true--zacchaeus.htm">Repentance: True: Zacchaeus</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--unavailing--to_esau.htm">Repentance: Unavailing: To Esau</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--unavailing--to_israel.htm">Repentance: Unavailing: To Israel</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--unclassified_scriptures_relating_to.htm">Repentance: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--under_the_influence_of_hezekiah.htm">Repentance: Under the Influence of Hezekiah</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--we_should_be_led_to,_by_godly_sorrow_works.htm">Repentance: we should be Led To, by Godly Sorrow Works</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--we_should_be_led_to,_by_the_chastisements_of_god.htm">Repentance: we should be Led To, by The Chastisements of God</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--we_should_be_led_to,_by_the_goodness_of_god.htm">Repentance: we should be Led To, by The Goodness of God</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--we_should_be_led_to,_by_the_patience_of_god.htm">Repentance: we should be Led To, by The Patience of God</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/r/repentance--what_it_is.htm">Repentance: What It Is</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--when_rebuked_by_an_angel_for_not_expelling_the_canaanites.htm">Repentance: when Rebuked by an Angel for not Expelling the Canaanites</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/repentance--when_reproved_by_the_prophet_micah.htm">Repentance: when Reproved by the Prophet Micah</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/r/rejoicing.htm">Rejoicing (90 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/r/repented.htm">Repented (49 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/n/naboth.htm">Naboth (18 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/p/penitent.htm">Penitent (7 Occurrences)</a></p><p 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