I just had delicious corn cream soup and crackers prepared by my wife. For me, this combo is perfect! I had to take two bowls. I can't get enough of it. I reminded of this combo that is essential to our Christian life, repentance and faith.
Some decide to repent but not embrace faith. They realize that there are things in life that are wrong and they make amends. So they straighten up their lives by correcting their mistakes and even apologizing to people. This can happen while not having the belief that there is God.
Some embrace the faith but neglect the need for repentance. They believe that Jesus will help them overcome their sins, but their pride hinders them from repenting.
Like corn cream soup and crackers, they can be eaten separately, but the desired effect will not be achieved. Repentance and faith has to be together. When we repent, through faith, we ask God to help us overcome our sins. Only then can there be genuine repentance and lasting change. When we have faith, we come to realize that the first thing needed to live out our faith is to be have the humility to change our ways by repenting. Only then can our faith be real.
"This is the time of fulfillment. The kingdom of God is at hand. Repent, and believe in the gospel. (Mark 1:15)"
2 comments:
and i want to taste that yummy corn soup of ate michelle. :)
hehe. come to the house then. hehe.
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