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How do we know that true repentance is from God?

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True repentance is recognized as a gift from God, as highlighted in Acts 5:31 and Ephesians 2:8, showing that it cannot be generated by human effort.

The Bible presents true repentance as a divine gift rather than a human achievement. Acts 5:31 states that God exalted Christ to give repentance to Israel and forgiveness of sins, indicating that this change of heart is initiated by God’s grace. Additionally, Ephesians 2:8 reinforces this truth by affirming that salvation, including faith and repentance, is not of ourselves but is a gift from God. Hence, the distinction between natural changes of heart, which might superficially appear as repentance, and the spiritual, God-given repentance that leads to salvation is crucial for understanding the authentic work of Christ in a believer's life.
Scripture References: Acts 5:31, Ephesians 2:8

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Confessing Christ
Clay Curtis · Apr 30, 2009
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