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- In Scripture, godly sorrow is connected to both regret for sin and a desire to turn away from it. In the Old Testament, for instance, King David admitted his sinfulness and the distress he felt because of it. And in every case, he sought grace and healing from the Lord.
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May 19, 2023 · Some scholars say that God must understand what sorrow feels like, because we who are made in His image feel it. Others point to verses that show God’s sensitivity to our suffering, and His desire to bring us healing as proof that He has known it Himself.
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Jan 4, 2022 · Godly sorrow results from a heart-felt conviction that we have offended God by our sin. Such a burning conviction produces in our hearts a godly sorrow. As we look upon Him who was pierced for our sins, we are deeply grieved in spirit.
Jul 7, 2021 · No one is perfect, but following Jesus means striving to like our lives like Him, who pointed always to the Father. Godly sorrow means truly desiring within us to change our hearts and...
The Bible tells us it is important that we understand the right kind of sorrow, which leads to heartfelt repentance and change. Most of us would say, “I’m sorry,” to a person we accidentally bumped into at the store.
- King David wrote, “The LORD is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves such as have a contrite spirit” (Psalm 34:18).There is a time to be...
- Although Psalm 51 does not include the words repent or repentance, David expresses what it means to have a broken spirit—showing his profound regre...
- The apostle Paul was comforted by the repentant attitude of the members of the congregation in Corinth after he had reprimanded them. We see here a...
- When a person has sinned and is suffering the consequences of his decisions, he may experience a natural, worldly sorrow. For instance, if a person...
- God warned Israel in Ezekiel 18:30-31: “‘Therefore I will judge you, O house of Israel, every one according to his ways,’ says the Lord GOD. ‘Repen...
- 2 Corinthians 7:10 ESV / 46 helpful votes. For godly grief produces a repentance that leads to salvation without regret, whereas worldly grief produces death.
- 2 Corinthians 7:9 ESV / 18 helpful votes. As it is, I rejoice, not because you were grieved, but because you were grieved into repenting. For you felt a godly grief, so that you suffered no loss through us.
- 1 John 1:9 ESV / 15 helpful votes. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
- Matthew 5:4 ESV / 14 helpful votes. “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
Mar 12, 2020 · “Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation and leaves no regret, but worldly sorrow brings death.” Explanation and Commentary on 2 Corinthians 7:10 It is sadness for offending God that leads to changing one’s wicked ways and being reconciled with God.
Mar 12, 2024 · In the Bible, several examples showcase the power of godly sorrow to change hearts, minds, and lives. Let’s explore some of these examples: King David: In Psalm 51, David expresses deep remorse and contrition for his sins and pleads for God’s mercy and forgiveness.
