1 While Jesus was living in the Galilean hills, John, called "the Baptizer," was preaching in the desert country of Judea. 2 His message was simple and austere, like his desert surroundings: "(Repent) Change your life . God's kingdom is here."
The call to repentance sounds out of step, yet it is very much in step. For repentance is the source of real joy. It is the means by which we are set back on course. It is something we need todo often. It means turning around, changing direction; it is positive not negative, helpful not hurtful, necessary not optional, healthy not harmful, and even humorous, not always heavy.
Our challenge is to practice repentance until it not only feels good but also becomes a part of our very being; something we do often and joyfully because we know it leads to the joy of forgiveness.
“Repentance is the first positive step of faith.”
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