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What does it mean to be broken-hearted in a biblical sense?

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Being broken-hearted refers to a deep realization of one’s sinfulness and need for God's healing grace.

Biblically, being broken-hearted involves an acknowledgment of one’s sin and a desperate need for God's mercy. Isaiah 61:1 mentions Christ's mission to bind up the broken-hearted, indicating that those who recognize their spiritual condition and mourn over their sin are the ones who will receive comfort and healing through Him. This brokenness is essential to true repentance and receptivity to the gospel, as it reveals our utter reliance on God's grace for restoration and hope.
Scripture References: Isaiah 61:1, Psalm 34:18

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