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It is not merely an emotional response but involves a conscious decision to forsake sin and pursue righteousness. The Greek word for repentance, "metanoia," implies a transformative change of heart and mind.<br><br>In the Old Testament, repentance is often associated with returning to God and His commandments. The prophets frequently called the Israelites to repent and turn back to God. For instance, in <a href="/joel/2-12.htm">Joel 2:12-13</a> , the Lord implores, "Even now," declares the LORD, "return to Me with all your heart, with fasting, weeping, and mourning. Rend your hearts and not your garments. Return to the LORD your God, for He is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion."<br><br>The New Testament continues this theme, with John the Baptist and Jesus Christ both beginning 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 repentance as essential for entering the kingdom of God, as seen in <a href="/mark/1-15.htm">Mark 1:15</a> : "The time is fulfilled," He said, "and the kingdom of God is near. Repent and believe in the gospel!"<br><br>Repentance is also a key aspect of the apostolic message. In <a href="/acts/2-38.htm">Acts 2:38</a> , Peter instructs the crowd, "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." This highlights the connection between repentance, forgiveness, and the reception of the Holy Spirit.<br><br><b>Seeking God</b><br><br>Seeking God is an earnest pursuit of a relationship with the Creator, characterized by a desire to know Him more deeply and to align one's life with His will. This pursuit is a recurring theme throughout the Bible, emphasizing the importance of diligently seeking God with a sincere heart.<br><br>In the Old Testament, seeking God is often linked with obedience and devotion. <a href="/deuteronomy/4-29.htm">Deuteronomy 4:29</a> encourages, "But if from there you will seek the LORD your God, you will find Him if you seek Him with all your heart and with all your soul." This verse underscores the promise that God is accessible to those who earnestly seek Him.<br><br>The Psalms frequently express a longing to seek God. <a href="/psalms/27-8.htm">Psalm 27:8</a> states, "My heart said, 'Seek His face.' Your face, O LORD, I will seek." This reflects a personal and intimate desire to be in God's presence.<br><br>In the New Testament, Jesus assures His followers of the rewards of seeking God. In <a href="/matthew/7-7.htm">Matthew 7:7-8</a> , He teaches, "Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened." This promise encourages believers to persist in their pursuit of God.<br><br>The Apostle Paul also emphasizes the importance of seeking God. In <a href="/acts/17-27.htm">Acts 17:27</a> , he explains that God created humanity so "that they would seek Him and perhaps reach out for Him and find Him, though He is not far from each one of us." This highlights the accessibility of God and His desire for a relationship with His creation.<br><br>Repentance and seeking God are intertwined in the Christian life, as repentance often leads to a deeper pursuit of God, and seeking God can result in a greater awareness of the need for repentance. Both are essential components of a vibrant and growing faith, drawing believers closer to the heart of God.</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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