Abiding Quote by J. C. Ryle
“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.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Nature of Repentance, 1865
True repentance involves deep heart change, sorrow, confession, and abandoning sin, inseparable from saving faith.
In simple terms: Repentance = heart change, sorrow, confession, sin‑abandonment, linked to faith.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate sincere repentance.
Themes
theology
personal transformation
faith
Mood
solemn
encouraging
Type
religious
didactic
When to use this quote
- personal confession
- church teaching
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
spiritual renewal
moral reformation
Questions to Reflect On
- What hinders genuine repentance?
- How does community support change?
A Different Perspective
Repentance can be superficial.
