en_tw/bible/kt/repent/01.md

repent, repentance

Definition

The term often translated as "repent" literally means to turn away from a sinful, human way of thinking and acting, and to turn to God's way of thinking and acting. Repentance is the act of repenting.

• When people truly repent of their sins, God forgives them.
• The result of repenting will be that the person starts obeying God.
• This term involves a change of heart, a turning toward God and away from sin.

Translation Suggestions

• The term, "repent" can be translated with a word or phrase that means, "turn back