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Bible Study - Turning to Life
Turning to Life: The Path of Repentance to Salvation
- Theme: Repentance is not just regret or
sorrow over sin, but a transformative turning toward God, essential for
receiving salvation.
- Key Scripture: “Repent, then, and turn to
God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come
from the Lord.” — Acts 3:19 (NIV)
What is Repentance?
Repentance (Greek: metanoia)
means a change of mind and heart resulting in a change of behavior. It is a
turning away from sin and turning to God.
Biblical Insights:
- 2 Corinthians 7:10 – “Godly sorrow brings
repentance that leads to salvation and leaves no regret, but worldly
sorrow brings death.”
- Isaiah 55:6–7 – “Let the wicked forsake
their ways… let them turn to the Lord…”
Reflection Questions:
- Do you see repentance as a one-time act or a
lifestyle?
- What’s the difference between feeling guilty and
truly repenting?
Why is Repentance Essential
for Salvation?
1. Jesus Commands It
- Mark 1:15 – “Repent and believe the good
news!”
- Luke 13:3 – “Unless you repent, you too will
all perish.”
2. Apostles Preached It
- Acts 2:38 – “Repent and be baptized, every
one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins.”
- Acts 17:30 – “God commands all people
everywhere to repent.”
3. Repentance Prepares the
Heart for Faith
- Repentance softens a hard heart to receive the
message of the gospel.
- It’s the door through which we receive forgiveness,
renewal, and the Holy Spirit.
Discussion Questions:
- Why do many neglect repentance today?
- How does repentance prepare us to receive God’s
grace?
Biblical Examples of
Repentance Leading to Salvation
1. The Prodigal Son (Luke
15:11–32)
- He recognized his sin, returned to his father, and
was restored.
- Key Verse: “Father, I have sinned against
heaven and against you…”
2. King David (Psalm 51)
- After sinning, David sincerely repented and cried
out for a clean heart.
- Psalm 51:17 – “A broken and contrite heart
you, God, will not despise.”
3. The People at Pentecost
(Acts 2:37–41)
- After hearing Peter’s sermon, they were “cut to the
heart” and asked what to do. Peter said, “Repent.”
Personal Application:
- Is there an area of your life needing genuine
repentance today?
- What can you learn from these examples about how
God responds?
What Follows True Repentance?
1. Forgiveness and Cleansing
- 1 John 1:9 – “If we confess our sins, he is
faithful… and will purify us.”
2. A New Life
- 2 Corinthians 5:17 – “If anyone is in
Christ… the old has gone, the new is here!”
3. Eternal Salvation
- Romans 10:9–10 – Confession and belief in
Jesus lead to salvation.
Create a “repentance
roadmap”—each person lists one thing they are turning from and one truth of God
they are turning toward.
The Invitation to Repent
Repentance is not
condemnation—it’s an invitation to life. God’s arms are open. Like the
father in the prodigal son story, He runs to meet us when we turn back.
Prayer:
“Lord, thank You for Your
kindness that leads me to repentance. I confess my sins and turn to You. Create
in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me. Help me walk in
the freedom of salvation and the power of the Holy Spirit. In Jesus' name,
Amen.”