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Abiding Quote by J. C. Ryle

“True repentance is no light matter. It is a thorough…” quote by J. C. Ryle — Download Open image

“True repentance is no light matter. It is a thorough change of heart about sin, a change showing itself in godly sorrow and humiliation - in heartfelt confession before the throne of grace - in a complete breaking off from sinful habits, and an abiding hatred of all sin. Such repentance is the inseparable companion of saving faith in Christ.”

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