How do we know that true repentance leads to salvation?

True repentance is characterized by a profound change in the individual’s perspective towards both sin and holiness. It involves a genuine acknowledgment of one's guilt before God, leading to a desire to forsake sin and seek reconciliation with the Creator. This transformative experience is underpinned by Scripture, which shows that God delights in the humble and contrite heart (Isaiah 57:15). When a person genuinely repents, it often reveals a work of the Holy Spirit within them, leading to affirming evidence of faith through a changed life. As John the Baptist preached, fruits worthy of repentance should follow (Matthew 3:8), which showcases the transformative power of grace at work in the believer’s heart, thereby showcasing true salvation.