Consequence Quote by William Barclay
“Real repentance means that a man has come, not only to be sorry for the consequences of his sin, but to hate sin itself.”
About This Quote
True repentance involves hating sin itself, not just feeling sorry for its outcomes.
In simple terms: Repentance means hating sin, not just regret.
Cultivate genuine aversion to wrongdoing.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- confession
- behavior change
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What sin do you need to reject?
- How can you sustain this aversion?
Changing heart attitudes can be challenging.