Be ashamed when you sin, don't be ashamed when you repent…
![“Be ashamed when you sin, don't be ashamed when you repent [To repent means to have a change of heart and mind. It is not simply a feeling of sorrow ,but a psycho/spiritual growth away from evil/death and a turning to God/life]. Sin is the wound, repentance is the medicine. Sin is followed by…” quote by Saint John Chrysostom](https://sms4smile.com/q/img-quotes/0c7/saint-john-chrysostom-2375_ashamed_be-ashamed-when-you-sin-don-t-be-ashamed_2047397.jpg)
“Be ashamed when you sin, don't be ashamed when you repent [To repent means to have a change of heart and mind. It is not simply a feeling of sorrow ,but a psycho/spiritual growth away from evil/death and a turning to God/life]. Sin is the wound, repentance is the medicine. Sin is followed by shame; repentance is followed by boldness [ Boldness means to beg God for undeserved mercy]. Satan has overturned this order and given boldness to sin and shame to repentance.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
True repentance transforms the heart, replacing shame with boldness, while sin remains a source of shame; the divine order is reversed by Satan.
In simple terms: Repentance changes you, making you bold, not ashamed.
Key Takeaway
Seek genuine change, not just remorse.
Themes
spirituality
morality
redemption
psychology
faith
Mood
reflective
hopeful
serene
Type
theological
motivational
When to use this quote
- confession
- personal growth
- counseling
- religious teaching
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
inner transformation
humility
courage
divine grace
Questions to Reflect On
- What does true repentance feel like?
- How does boldness differ from pride?
A Different Perspective
Boldness may be mistaken for arrogance without humility.