Repentance: The First Word of the GospelIt is a serious problem when society misunderstands or disregards sin and repentance. But when the church neglects these doctrines, the impact is profound. This book unfolds the nature and necessity of biblical repentance, but for the church in particular. Roberts' in-depth study heavily references both he Old and New Testaments, and includes chapters on the myths, maxims, marks, models, and motives of repentance, as well as the graces and fruits that accompany it. There is also wise warning about the dangers of delayed repentance. |
Contents
Introduction 15 | |
The First Word of the Gospel 23 | |
Repentance in the Old Testament 43 | |
Repentance in the New Testament 63 | |
Seven Myths of Repentance 85 | |
Seven Maxims of Repentance 105 | |
Seven Marks of Repentance 133 | |
Seven Models of Repentance 217 | |
Seven Dangers of Delayed Repentance 237 | |
Seven Words of Advice to the Unrepentant 255 | |
Repentance in All Its Breadth 271 | |
Repentance and the Character of God 299 | |
Repentance in Dust and Ashes 319 | |
Bibliography 347 | |
Notes 353 | |
Seven Motives to Repentance 153 | |
Repentance and Its Accompanying Graces 171 | |
Seven Fruits of Repentance 201 | |
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